BOX, DAL, and MPC all made noteworthy chart moves Wednesday. Here's why.  ( 1 min )

Stocks futures were mixed in premarket trading, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 on track to open higher while the Dow lagged.  ( 1 min )

AMD shares rose after revealing its latest AI chip, with Meta, Microsoft and OpenAI all saying they would use it, and GameStop shares fell after the video game retailer reported lower-than-expected revenue. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

KLM heeft voor donderdag 66 retourvluchten geschrapt om de zware mist op Schiphol. Dat komt neer op zo'n 130 heen- en terugvluchten.  ( 8 min )

Het bouwen van zonneparken en windmolens op land wordt op steeds meer plekken lastig. Dat komt doordat er te weinig ruimte is, doordat het stroomnet vol is, of door strengere regels, meldt het Planbureau voor de Leefomgeving donderdag.  ( 9 min )

De Amerikaanse Senaat heeft een wetsvoorstel voor een nieuw miljardenpakket voor Oekraïne en Israël geblokkeerd. Republikeinen eisen eerst strengere maatregelen bij de grens tussen de Verenigde Staten en Mexico.  ( 10 min )

Internationale treinen naar Duitsland, Oostenrijk en Zwitserland rijden donderdagavond en vrijdag niet door een staking op het Duitse spoor. Ook regionale treinen van Heerlen naar Aken vallen dan uit.  ( 9 min )

Een op de zes huiseigenaren heeft voor de aankoop van hun woning, naast de hypotheek bij de bank, ook geld geleend bij familie. De Nederlandsche Bank hekelt dat die leningen huizenprijzen opdrijven.  ( 10 min )

Lonen in cao's stijgen dit jaar gemiddeld met 7,1 procent. Die flinke loonstijgingen zijn niet vol te houden, stellen werkgeversverenigingen. Ze willen dat bedrijven meer geld overhouden om te investeren.  ( 9 min )

Een op de zes huiseigenaren heeft voor de aankoop van hun woning, naast de hypotheek bij de bank, ook geld geleend bij familie. De Nederlandsche Bank hekelt dat die leningen huizenprijzen opdrijven.  ( 10 min )

Nederlanders hebben in oktober voorzichtig aan gedaan met de uitgaven. De consumptie daalde in vergelijking met een jaar eerder licht, blijkt uit nieuwe cijfers van statistiekbureau CBS. We kochten vooral minder eten en drinken.  ( 8 min )

De waarde van huurwoningen daalt dit jaar en volgend jaar, verwachten vastgoedexperts van ABN AMRO. Volgens de bank hakken de overheidsplannen om huren strenger te begrenzen er flink in en zijn huurwoningen lastiger te financieren.  ( 9 min )

Landen zijn nog ver van een overeenkomst over het aanpakken van klimaatverandering op de klimaattop in Dubai. Verder dan een "grabbelton aan wensen" zijn de onderhandelaars niet gekomen.  ( 12 min )

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JetBlue Airways shares rose after the airline lifted its outlook for fourth-quarter sales, saying that demand for travel is holding up and bookings have accelerated into the holidays. The airline is forecasting a 4% to 7% drop in fourth-quarter sales from a year ago, compared with a previous foreca  ( 24 min )

Tesla lost a legal battle with Sweden's postal service on Thursday as a fight with Nordic trade unions escalates. A Swedish court said PostNord does not for the time being need to deliver licence plates to Tesla that are being blocked by the postal service's workers, in the latest twist in a fight over collective bargaining agreements. Tesla is facing growing pressure in Sweden, Norway and Denmark from unions backing Swedish IF Metall's mechanics who went on strike on Oct. 27 demanding a collective agreement with the company.  ( 34 min )

Fresh labor market data is again the focus for investors, though hints the BOJ could exit its ultraloose rates policy was rattling nerves.  ( 36 min )

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Vanguard is pushing deeper into active management with the launch today of its second active bond exchange-traded fund. A third will follow later this month.  ( 29 min )

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Analysts continue to point to the long-term potential of the enterprise AI software developer.  ( 24 min )

Donating money to charities you care about feels good. It can also lower your tax bill by reducing your taxable income in an amount equal to the amount you give. A number of rules and restrictions govern how much you can give and how you can do it, though. Understanding how this works so you […] The post I'm Not Sure How Giving to Charity Can Reduce My Taxes. Is It Really Worth It? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 35 min )

Fresh labor market data is again the focus for investors, though hints the BOJ could exit its ultraloose rates policy was rattling nerves.  ( 36 min )

We have a second home – a condo in the mountains – that was bought with cash for $295,000 approximately six years ago. It’s now worth at least $500,000. We are considering selling as our use is declining and maintenance costs and special assessments of the three-building complex are increasing. What are the options to […] The post Ask an Advisor: How Do We Reduce Our Tax Bill When We Sell Our Second Home? We Bought It 6 Years Ago for $295k and Now It’s Worth $500k appeared first on SmartReads by  ( 36 min )

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Weaker spending by enterprises grappling with high interest rates has hurt the broader software industry but AI has remained a bright spot. The AI application software firm said on Wednesday it was seeing sales cycles prolonging as customers created new governance functions to approve AI applications before use, effectively delaying clients' decision making process. The average rating of 14 analysts covering the stock is "hold", and their median price target is $28, according to LSEG.  ( 34 min )

Here are stocks making moves on Thursday.  ( 24 min )

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This past November looked like a typical December — low volatility and a lot of gains. This December, however, with a few big economic moments, might be a little different this year.  ( 36 min )

That's how market value Alibaba (BABA) has lost since a peak in October 2020, according to FactSet. Here's a detailed look at what is troubling the Chinese e-commerce giant:  ( 22 min )

A declining share of people who retired early during the pandemic say they'll come back to work. Don't look to this group to help fix labor shortages  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Moody’s Investors Service advised its staff in China to work from home ahead of its announcement this week cutting the outlook for sovereign bonds to negative in the world’s second largest economy, the Financial Times reported. Most Read from BloombergElon Musk's SpaceX Valued at $175 Billion or More in Tender OfferApple Readies New iPads and M3 MacBook Air to Combat Sales SlumpGlobal Bonds Power Ahead as Dovish Bets Take Hold: Markets WrapKevin McCarthy Leaving House Months After  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Shares fell across Asia following declines on Wall Street, pressured by weak oil prices and concerns about China’s fiscal health. Treasuries slid after rallying on fresh signs of US labor market softness.Most Read from BloombergElon Musk's SpaceX Valued at $175 Billion or More in Tender OfferApple Readies New iPads and M3 MacBook Air to Combat Sales SlumpGlobal Bonds Power Ahead as Dovish Bets Take Hold: Markets WrapKevin McCarthy Leaving House Months After Ouster as SpeakerHarvar  ( 36 min )

The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times  ( 4 min )

Tens of billions of dollars have all gone to money heaven, spent by EV startups that don't have profits on their near-term horizons.  ( 29 min )

Bitcoin (BTC)'s recent aggressive rebound has dealt a devastating blow to short sellers of crypto stocks, resulting in losses exceeding $2.6 billion in less than three months.  ( 34 min )

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate has plunged by 69 basis points in a five-week period, its sharpest such drop since late 2008.  ( 33 min )

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US crude prices plunged below $70 a barrel on Wednesday, while brent dropped to $74 as the global demand outlook falters.  ( 35 min )

You can open a Roth 401(k) if your employer offers one as part of its retirement-plan choices. You can also have both a Roth and a traditional 401(k).  ( 26 min )

The limit for contributions to traditional and Roth IRAs for 2024 is $7,000, plus an additional $1,000 if the taxpayer is age 50 or older.  ( 30 min )

The Mumbai Interbank Forward Offer Rate (MIFOR) was a rate that Indian banks used to set prices on forward-rate agreements and derivatives.  ( 24 min )

If your employer allows it, it’s possible to get money out of a 401(k) plan before age 59½. This option generally comes at a hefty cost, though.  ( 26 min )

TEFRA is a federal law enacted in 1982 to increase revenue through a combination of spending cuts, tax increases, and tax reform measures.  ( 25 min )

One of America's youngest senators ever and its oldest president, Joe Biden's story includes his accomplishments, life-altering tragedies, and an ambitious vision for America's future.  ( 36 min )

BOX, DAL, and MPC all made noteworthy chart moves Wednesday. Here's why.  ( 20 min )

The withholding allowance is an exemption that reduces how much income tax an employer deducts from an employee’s paycheck based on personal exemptions. As of 2018, withholding allowances are no longer used on Form W-4.  ( 26 min )

A corporation is a legal entity that is separate and distinct from its owners and has many of the same rights and responsibilities as an individual.  ( 25 min )

Through these regulations, the Reserve Bank of India steers India's banking sector away from risk and toward its goals for India's economy and society.  ( 27 min )

What is socialist economics in the context of Cuba, China, and North Korea?  ( 28 min )

A debt avalanche is an accelerated system of paying down debt that is based on paying the loan with the highest interest rate first. Learn how to use the debt avalanche.  ( 26 min )

AMD shares rose after revealing its latest AI chip, with Meta, Microsoft and OpenAI all saying they would use it, and GameStop shares fell after the video game retailer reported lower-than-expected revenue. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

A revoked IRA is a retirement savings account that is canceled by the account holder seven days or less after it was established.  ( 25 min )

Here is a plan for how to ensure that early retirement isn't just a pipe dream.  ( 25 min )

Property tax abatements can increase your home's value without increasing your property taxes.  ( 25 min )

As economies have grown and increased, the rate at which countries produce waste has risen.  ( 22 min )

There are a variety of options to consider when rolling over your 401(k) account into an IRA. Learn how to preserve your tax benefits and avoid any penalties.  ( 32 min )

You can invest in both a traditional IRA and Roth IRA if you're eligible and your total contribution doesn't exceed the annual IRS limits.  ( 25 min )

SpaceX's current valuation of about $150 billion makes it one of the most valuable private companies in the world. Billionaire investor Ron Baron, who according to CNBC owns more than $1 billion worth of shares in the rocket company, last month said that SpaceX will be worth about $500 billion by 2030. SpaceX did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.  ( 33 min )

It marks the second large deal for AbbVie in the past week, coming days after it agreed to buy cancer drug developer ImmunoGen for $10.1 billion in cash, highlighting its appetite to place big bets on promising new medicines. It is paying $45 per share in cash for Cerevel, which is developing drugs for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, psychosis, epilepsy, and panic disorder. Its experimental drug emraclidine is in midstage trials as a treatment for schizophrenia that will yield data the company hopes can be used to seek regulatory approval.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- C3.ai Inc. reported quarterly revenue that fell short of analysts’ estimates and gave an outlook for an operating loss in the fiscal year that was worse than projected. The shares dropped about 9% in extended trading.Most Read from BloombergApple Readies New iPads and M3 MacBook Air to Combat Sales SlumpElon Musk's SpaceX Valued at $175 Billion or More in Tender OfferGlobal Bonds Power Ahead as Dovish Bets Take Hold: Markets WrapKevin McCarthy Leaving House Months After Ouster as  ( 35 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.88% for 7 months from West Town Bank & Trust, 5.80% for 18 months from Seattle Bank, and 5.77% for 11 months from West Town Bank & Trust.  ( 21 min )

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Muddy Waters believes the ‘perfect macro storm’ of high interest rates and office vacancies is coming for Blackstone Mortgage Trust.  ( 35 min )

Lithium Americas (NYSE:LAC) (TSE:LAC), a North American lithium company, could be sitting on the world’s largest lithium reserve. The company is better positioned to cash in on the transition to vehicle electrification following its October split from Lithium Argentina. As a “pure-play” miner with rights to the reserve and backing from General Electric (NYSE:GE), LAC offers an opportunity to gain exposure to lithium as it prepares for major construction. Despite its stock price being down 44% si  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Nikola Corp. shares plunged after the electric vehicle manufacturer announced plans to issue $100 million in new shares and $200 million in so-called green convertible senior notes due in 2026.Most Read from BloombergApple Readies New iPads and M3 MacBook Air to Combat Sales SlumpGlobal Bonds Power Ahead as Dovish Bets Take Hold: Markets WrapBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningKevin McCarthy Leaving House Months After Ouster as SpeakerHarvard, Pe  ( 34 min )

The beverage-focused, multiple drive-through concept aims to compete with Starbucks and other takeaway drinks chains.  ( 28 min )

When analysts initiate coverage on a stock, it means they will begin to provide research on it and make investment recommendations for it for the first time. It typically leads to an increase in trading volume and interest among investors. It can help shares of those stocks to move higher. Typically, analysts initiate coverage on two or three similar stocks at a time. But consider this somewhat unusual scenario where a single analyst initiated coverage on eight different mortgage real estate inv  ( 37 min )

AbbVie will acquire neuroscience-drug maker Cerevel Therapeutics Holdings for $45 a share, giving the company an equity value of about $8.7 billion.  ( 28 min )

Chewy shares are trading 8.1% lower at $17.78.  ( 20 min )

The indicted senator expressed staunch support for the CFPB, which is under a legal threat of its own.  ( 36 min )

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Conservative and liberal justices seemed to take a middle-of-the-road position in oral arguments this week in a closely watched tax case.  ( 22 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- President Joe Biden moved to forgive $4.8 billion in student loans Wednesday, providing relief to more than 80,000 borrowers including public sector employees and Americans who have been repaying their federal debts for decades.Most Read from BloombergBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningGlobal Bonds Power Ahead as Dovish Bets Take Hold: Markets WrapTruck-Stop Billionaire Fights Warren Buffett to Increase $18 Billion Fortune Kevin McCarthy Leaving  ( 33 min )

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Shopify Inc (NYSE: SHOP) stock is trading lower Wednesday after Wedbush analyst Ygal Arounian downgraded the stock from Outperform to Neutral and raised the price target from $66 to $68. The re-ratings followed the Shopify's Investor Day. Oppenheimer analyst Ken Wong reiterated an Outperform with a price target of $80. Wong walked away from Shopify's Investor Day more confident that management will pursue durable growth in a disciplined manner and remain committed to margin expansion. Despite re  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Advanced Micro Devices Inc. Chief Executive Officer Lisa Su introduced a new line of so-called AI accelerator chips and predicted that the market for such products could explode to more than $400 billion in the next four years. Most Read from BloombergBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningTreasury Frenzy Drives 10-Year Yield Below 4.2%: Markets WrapTruck-Stop Billionaire Fights Warren Buffett to Increase $18 Billion Fortune S&P 500 Erases ADP-Fuele  ( 34 min )

The JPMorgan CEO's comments to the Senate are just his latest tirade against crypto. His position is a bit ironic given the bank's own embrace of technology.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Carson Block said he’s short Blackstone Mortgage Trust, saying the publicly traded real estate investment trust is exposed to a perfect storm of economic conditions hitting commercial real estate and may face a liquidity crisis. Most Read from BloombergBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningTreasury Frenzy Drives 10-Year Yield Below 4.2%: Markets WrapTruck-Stop Billionaire Fights Warren Buffett to Increase $18 Billion Fortune S&P 500 Erases ADP-Fuel  ( 35 min )

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The new iPad Air will have two sizes for the first time, while the Pro model of the device will be fitted with OLED screens, the report said. It added the MacBook Air will come with the speedier M3 processor that is designed in-house. Apple did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.  ( 34 min )

A container ship has crashed into a bridge in the Suez Canal, the vital trade route between Asia and Europe.  ( 59 min )

Brokerages SoFi Securities, Public and M1 Finance misled millions of investors about their securities-lending programs, according to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. In such programs, brokerages make money by loaning out investors’ shares to third parties including short sellers, who be  ( 25 min )

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Plug Power stock has already been beaten up, but Morgan Stanley sees further concerns for the clean energy company’s future.  ( 20 min )

In one of his last public appearances, Charlie Munger discussed a range of investment topics, including his approach to value investing. Munger, Warren Buffett's long-time business partner who died on Nov. 28, shared his insights on the Acquired Podcast. Known for his frank and straightforward style, Munger drew from the teachings of Benjamin Graham, the pioneer of value investing. Don’t Miss: Join the ranks of investors like Bill Gates and Mark Cuban by tapping into early-stage startups. Get th  ( 35 min )

Microsoft Corp. Co-Founder Bill Gates held the title of the world’s richest man for the majority of 20 years before being surpassed by Amazon.com Inc. Founder Jeff Bezos. Yet, he continues to rank among the global elite in terms of wealth. To illustrate the scale of his fortune, consider this: The average person earns about $2.7 million in their lifetime, according to career information site Zippia. Gates earns approximately three to four times that amount in one day, highlighting the extent of  ( 35 min )

Learn the basic structure of a 401(k) and why it may not be enough to sustain you during retirement.  ( 26 min )

American depositary receipts of British American Tobacco tumbled to an all-time low after the maker of Camel and Lucky Strike said it's losing cigarette customers and plans to accelerate a switch to selling different tobacco products.  ( 19 min )

OPEC+ wants to prop up oil prices heading into 2024. It will have to go through an old adversary: the American shale patch. Benchmark U.S. crude slid below $70 a barrel after federal record keepers said  ( 24 min )

Over the last three weeks, 30-year mortgage rates have fallen to their cheapest level since August. And 30-year refi rates saw a one-day plunge, reversing their recent spike.  ( 19 min )

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Is it wise to start converting my 401(k) into an IRA (and then Roth) by 10% per year in order to avoid having to claim too much income each year when converting and also avoid RMDs as much as I can? -Cathy It's definitely smart to be thinking about this, Cathy. Systematic Roth conversions like […] The post Ask an Advisor: Is it Wise to Convert 10% of My 401(k) into a Roth IRA Each Year to Avoid Taxes and RMDs? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

Robinhood Markets revealed crypto trading volumes were up 75% month over month in November. It could become a serious rival to Coinbase.  ( 24 min )

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J.M. Smucker Company (NYSE: SJM) reported better-than-expected earnings for its second quarter on Tuesday. The company posted a second-quarter FY24 sales decline of 12% year-on-year to $1.94 billion, missing the analyst consensus of $1.95 billion. Adjusted EPS of $2.59 beat the consensus estimate of $2.47, according to Benzinga Pro. J.M. Smucker revised FY24 adjusted EPS guidance to $9.25 - $9.65 (prior $9.45 - $9.85) versus the consensus of $9.48. With the recent buzz around Smucker following u  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Oil stretched declines into a fifth session — touching the lowest since early July — as a flood of US exports and doubts over whether OPEC+ will be able to deliver on its planned production cuts raised concerns about oversupply.Most Read from BloombergBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningTreasury Frenzy Drives 10-Year Yield Below 4.2%: Markets WrapTruck-Stop Billionaire Fights Warren Buffett to Increase $18 Billion Fortune India Stock Value Tops $  ( 35 min )

New rules proposed by the Department of Energy (DOE) may mean a reduced, or even no federal tax credit at all, for electric vehicles made in North America.  ( 37 min )

British American Tobacco (UK: BATS), (BTI): The cigarette manufacturer’s U.S.-listed shares fell 9% after BAT [said it expected to take a $31.5 billion impairment](https://www.wsj.com/busines  ( 25 min )

British American Tobacco has taken a $31.5 billion impairment on its cigarette brands, but switching to healthier products isn’t straightforward.  ( 28 min )

David King, lead manager of the $1.2 billion Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund, favors AT&T and Verizon stocks, which have bounced off their October lows but remain inexpensive.  ( 26 min )

Healthcare stocks like AbbVie and Johnson & Johnson are cash rich and offer solid dividend growth.  ( 24 min )

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Demand for cybersecurity is thriving as attacks proliferate. How Palo Alto Networks, Crowdstrike, and Zscaler could keep rising.  ( 32 min )

Electric-vehicle maker Tesla needs a more compact, less-expensive car to capture more of the auto market. The new EV could be it.  ( 24 min )

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The U.S. Federal Reserve will hold interest rates until at least July, later than earlier thought, according to a slim majority of economists in a Reuters poll who said the first cut would be to adjust the real rate of interest, not the start of stimulus. All but five of 102 economists in the Dec. 1-6 Reuters poll said the Fed was done hiking in this cycle, even though Chair Jerome Powell said last week policymakers were "prepared to tighten policy further if it becomes appropriate to do so". Despite recent strong economic growth and inflation running above target, markets are pricing in around 150 basis points of cuts next year, starting in March, a swift change from the "higher for longer" narrative just a few weeks ago.  ( 35 min )

The latest labor market data revealed a slowing jobs market furthering investor hopes for a soft landing.  ( 35 min )

Though markets are pricing in a 1% rate cut next year, fresh data on the labor market could shift the needle.  ( 35 min )

For the quarter, Asana posted revenue of $166.5 million, up 18% from a year earlier,  ( 21 min )

Here are the stocks making moves on Wednesday.  ( 25 min )

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Traders could be encouraged to sell the analytics-software stock in anticipation of further weakness if it falls through that mark.  ( 20 min )

The car rental company says the dividend is payable on Dec. 21 to stockholders of record as of Dec. 15.  ( 19 min )

Though markets are pricing in a 1% rate cut next year, fresh data on the labor market could shift the needle.  ( 35 min )

Suppose you sell your primary home and make a $750,000 profit. Will you owe capital gains tax on that profit? The short answer is yes. Depending on a handful of factors, you may owe tens of thousands of dollars to over a hundred thousand dollars. Your exact tax liability could vary drastically, so knowing what […] The post I’m Selling My Home and Netting $750k to Downsize for Retirement. Do I Have to Pay Capital Gains Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- US mortgage rates fell to the lowest level in almost four months last week, spurring the biggest demand for refinancing since February.Most Read from BloombergBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningTreasury Frenzy Drives 10-Year Yield Below 4.2%: Markets WrapTruck-Stop Billionaire Fights Warren Buffett to Increase $18 Billion Fortune India Stock Value Tops $4 Trillion, Narrowing Gap With Hong KongMoody’s Cuts China Credit Outlook to Negative on Risi  ( 33 min )

Digital assets continue to benefit from a perfect storm of factors that has helped push prices skywards in recent weeks.  ( 27 min )

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Apple’s back above $3 trillion, Elon Musk’s AI start-up is raising $1 billion, bank CEOs emphasize economic risks of new capital proposals, and other news to start your day.  ( 39 min )

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Top bosses of JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs and other major banks planned on Wednesday to warn lawmakers that capital hikes and other new regulations being contemplated by U.S. bank regulators will hurt credit markets and the broader economy. Worker pay and rights, mortgages, financial stability and the economy are also likely to feature when the CEOs of the country's eight largest banks appear before the Senate Banking Committee on Wednesday, said executives and analysts. The industry has been waging a fierce campaign to kill the "Basel Endgame" proposal, which overhauls how banks must calculate their loss-absorbing capital, and as regulators roll out fair lending and fee cap regulations, among other rules.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- British American Tobacco Plc shares plunged the most in almost four years after the maker of Lucky Strikes said it would write down the value of some of its US cigarette brands by about £25 billion ($31.5 billion).Most Read from BloombergBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningTreasury Frenzy Drives 10-Year Yield Below 4.2%: Markets WrapTruck-Stop Billionaire Fights Warren Buffett to Increase $18 Billion Fortune India Stock Value Tops $4 Trillion, Na  ( 35 min )

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Bitcoin's reemergence from its "winter" has brought all of the familiar voices out of the woodwork. A big factor? A real ETF possibility.  ( 36 min )

Heading into the New Year, the markets are facing a confusing mix of currents. The pace of inflation is dropping, but prices remain high. Interest rates remain high, but there’s hope that the Fed will start cutting back sooner rather than later. Unemployment is low and corporate profits are up, but sales numbers show that the profits are coming from higher prices rather than higher demand. Which way things will go is still up in the air. There is still a chance of recession – or of a strong rebo  ( 39 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A sudden jump in the share prices of Chinese lithium producers is spurring optimism that a rout in the electric vehicle battery metal may be coming to an end. Most Read from BloombergBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningTreasury Frenzy Drives 10-Year Yield Below 4.2%: Markets WrapTruck-Stop Billionaire Fights Warren Buffett to Increase $18 Billion Fortune India Stock Value Tops $4 Trillion, Narrowing Gap With Hong KongMoody’s Cuts China Credit Out  ( 35 min )

TUI reported a net profit for fiscal 2023 and said it expected revenue for the year ahead to grow at least 10%, as winter 2023-24 bookings were up 11%.  ( 27 min )

London-listed group blames economic conditions, vaping and smokers quitting  ( 4 min )

British American Tobacco said it expects a one-off impairment of around £25 billion this year due to market pressure on some of its combustibles brands in the U.S. as it tries to increase revenue from nontraditional tobacco products.  ( 27 min )

LONDON (Reuters) -British American Tobacco said it would take a hit of around $31.5 billion as it writes down the value of some U.S. cigarette brands, acknowledging on Wednesday that its traditional market has no long term future. BAT's move comes as ever stricter regulation and growing awareness of health risks squeeze tobacco companies' traditional business, driving declines in cigarette volumes in some markets. The maker of Lucky Strike and Dunhill cigarettes also pointed to economic challenges in the U.S., where some inflation-weary consumers are downgrading to cheaper brands, and the rise of illicit disposable vapes putting pressure on its U.S. cigarette division.  ( 34 min )

Healthcare stocks like AbbVie and Johnson & Johnson are cash rich and offer solid dividend growth.  ( 25 min )

David King, lead manager of the $1.2 billion Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund, favors AT&T and Verizon stocks, which have bounced off their October lows but remain inexpensive.  ( 25 min )

(Bloomberg) -- ByteDance Ltd., parent of social video phenom TikTok, is offering to buy back up to $5 billion from investors, according to people familiar with the matter.Most Read from BloombergTreasury Frenzy Drives 10-Year Yield Below 4.2%: Markets WrapBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningTruck-Stop Billionaire Fights Warren Buffett to Increase $18 Billion Fortune Moody’s Cuts China Credit Outlook to Negative on Rising DebtHow Suspects Laundered Billions in S  ( 35 min )

Investors in artificial-intelligence software firm C3.ai have questions about the growth rate, amid a recent setback to reach profitability. C3.ai reports fiscal-second-quarter results after the close Wednesday.  ( 24 min )

Demand for cybersecurity is thriving as attacks proliferate. How Palo Alto Networks, Crowdstrike, and Zscaler could keep rising.  ( 32 min )

"You've got to attack the guy that's making the marginal decision to drill or not — and that guy is Mr. Permian Basin."  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Huawei Technologies Co. is among a field of “very formidable” competitors to Nvidia Corp. in the race to produce the best AI chips, according to the American company’s chief.Most Read from BloombergTreasury Frenzy Drives 10-Year Yield Below 4.2%: Markets WrapBiden Says He Might Not Have Sought Reelection If Trump Weren’t RunningTruck-Stop Billionaire Fights Warren Buffett to Increase $18 Billion Fortune Moody’s Cuts China Credit Outlook to Negative on Rising DebtHow Suspects Laund  ( 35 min )

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HOUSTON (Reuters) -Oil prices fell nearly 4% on Wednesday to their lowest settlements since June, as worries about global fuel demand mounted after U.S. data showed a larger-than-expected rise in gasoline inventories. Brent crude futures settled down $2.90, or 3.8%, at $74.30 a barrel. U.S. WTI crude futures fell by $2.94, or 4.1%, to $69.38 a barrel.  ( 35 min )

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U.S. crude exports have never been higher. Overseas buyers are incentivizing American producers to pump more “black gold.” The post America’s energy boom: Crude exports soar to record high appeared first on FreightWaves.  ( 35 min )

Smithfield Foods said on Tuesday it will end contracts with 26 hog farms in the U.S. state of Utah, in the latest contraction by the world's largest pork processor in the face of an industry oversupply. Pork producers have been losing money as pig prices and consumer demand for pork have struggled at a time of high costs for labor and other expenses. Smithfield, owned by Hong Kong's WH Group, said it will terminate employees who support its dealings with farms that raise hogs under production contracts.  ( 34 min )

The best high-yield savings account rate in the country is now up to 5.50%, the first time we've seen an APY that high in this year's historic run-up of savings account rates.  ( 19 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.88% for 7 months from West Town Bank & Trust, 5.80% for 18 months from Seattle Bank, and 5.77% for 11 months from West Town Bank & Trust.  ( 20 min )

A retail industry ETF is an exchange-traded fund that invests in retail companies.  ( 24 min )

Investopedia and NY1 are teaming up on a series of biweekly updates tracking the health of New York City’s economy, highlighting the best and worst-performing areas of New York's housing, tourism, leisure and hospitality metrics.  ( 23 min )

Investopedia and NY1 are teaming up on a series of biweekly updates tracking the health of New York City’s economy, highlighting the best and worst-performing areas of New York's housing, tourism, leisure and hospitality metrics.  ( 20 min )

If you have a lot of cash parked in a savings account, high interest rates are your friend—and that may be one reason why the economy is doing so much better than many economists have predicted.  ( 20 min )

Here are 5 prize-winning economic theories you’ll want to be familiar with, spanning from behavioral finance to asymmetric information and game theory.  ( 29 min )

Warner Bros. Discovery and A24 inked a new deal to give the entertainment giant exclusive access to the independent film maker's titles, helping boost WBD shares.  ( 18 min )

A yen ETF is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the Japanese yen in the foreign exchange markets.  ( 26 min )

The S&P 500 lost 0.4% on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, as the markets considered the impact of this week's slew of labor market reports on Fed decision making.  ( 18 min )

Campbell Soup shares soared after the soup maker beat profit estimates and issued guidance ahead of expectations as it benefited from higher prices.  ( 18 min )

Inflation is an enemy to investors - except to those who invest in IPS, which guarantee a real rate of return with no credit risk.  ( 22 min )

Hash rate is the measure of the computational power in a proof-of-work (PoW) cryptocurrency miner, pool, or network. High hash rates equal better odds of winning.  ( 23 min )

A stock exchange-traded fund is a security that tracks a particular set of equities or index but trades like a stock on an exchange.  ( 23 min )

Tax-deductible interest is a borrowing expense that taxpayers can claim on federal and state tax returns to reduce their taxable income and save money.  ( 27 min )

Google unveiled Gemini, a new artificial intelligence (AI) model which could make the tech giant more competitive in the AI race.  ( 18 min )

A passive ETF is a method to invest in an entire index or sector with the benefits of low costs and transparency absent in active investing.  ( 22 min )

The terms American- and European-style options indicate the type of execution an option contract has. They're similar in some ways but their differences are important.  ( 24 min )

Exchange-traded notes (ETNs) are a type of unsecured debt security that tracks an underlying index of securities and trades on a major exchange like a stock.  ( 26 min )

Avalanche (AVAX) is a cryptocurrency and blockchain platform that rivals Ethereum. Avalanche stands out for its speed and scalability.  ( 23 min )

The International Air Transport Association said member airlines are expected to post record revenue in 2024 due to passenger levels rising above pre-pandemic levels.  ( 19 min )

You can potentially negotiate lower debt with lenders by using some key strategies, including by paying a lump sum for debt forgiveness. Learn key tips for debt negotiation.  ( 27 min )

Thinking outside of the box when it comes to meeting prospective wealthy clients can ultimately pay off.  ( 24 min )

A drop in mortgage rates last week convinced some homeowners that it was a good time to refinance their home loans, possibly indicating that the dearth in refinancing has hit bottom.  ( 19 min )

Most investors and traders tend to use cryptocurrency exchanges to make purchases and trades. But there are additional fees for using their services.  ( 25 min )

Chinese EV maker Nio Inc. reportedly plans to spin off its battery manufacturing unit in a matter of weeks, accelerating the company's trajectory toward profitability.  ( 18 min )

Whether the Roth 401(k) or the Roth IRA is a better choice depends on age, income, and if you would like to use your savings before retirement.  ( 29 min )

The price of gold has been hitting record highs lately—but if you factor in inflation, it's lower than the peak it hit in 1980. It's also returned less than stocks and bonds.  ( 19 min )

Work management software company Asana Inc. warned that macroeconomic headwinds continue to affect business; its shares dropped Wednesday.  ( 18 min )

Vivian Tu, aka Your Rich BFF, joins The Express to talk about how she became one of the most followed Fin-fluencers on social media, and shares the personal finance and wealth building secrets no one ever bothered tell us.  ( 17 min )

U.S. equities were up at midday on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023 after better-than-expected reports on labor costs and productivity.  ( 18 min )

Most economic externalities can be efficiently solved through a system of private property rights, in which costs and benefits can be negotiated.  ( 23 min )

Learn the basic structure of a 401(k) and why it may not be enough to sustain you during retirement.  ( 26 min )

American depositary receipts of British American Tobacco tumbled to an all-time low after the maker of Camel and Lucky Strike said it's losing cigarette customers and plans to accelerate a switch to selling different tobacco products.  ( 19 min )

Learn about the FFCRA, which provides paid sick leave, COVID-19 testing, nutritional assistance, extended unemployment benefits, and more.  ( 27 min )

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the chip maker is developing products that will comply with the Biden administration's restrictions on chip exports to China.  ( 19 min )

Cryptohunters are individuals or businesses that claim to be able to recover your lost or stolen coins and wallet keys.  ( 24 min )

Over the last three weeks, 30-year mortgage rates have fallen to their cheapest level since August. And 30-year refi rates saw a one-day plunge, reversing their recent spike.  ( 19 min )

Learning how to buy Bitcoin with a credit card might seem like a great idea, but there’s a lot to take into consideration to ensure that you are doing it right.  ( 23 min )

Advisors need to make a living too, but doing so by cutting corners at a client's expense isn't right. Here are the top complaints against advisors.  ( 22 min )

An overview of the top three credentials for financial advisors and what they require.  ( 21 min )

Electric car maker Nio, Starbucks, and Oil made notable chart moves on Tuesday. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 19 min )

You can't control how clients react to the market, but you can help them understand the reality of the situation.  ( 22 min )

Explore the differences between the market price and net asset value of an exchange-traded fund (ETF). Learn more about the factors that affect each.  ( 24 min )

Nvidia’s CEO said the chip maker will develop products to sell to China that comply with U.S. export restrictions and Chinese EV maker Nio will reportedly spin off its battery production unit into a separate unit. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

Good negotiating results in an agreement that benefits all involved. Learn the tactics that good negotiators use to help you achieve an outcome that you want.  ( 23 min )

If you don't want to pay a financial pro to help you plan for retirement, consider mapping out a plan with these simple, do-it-yourself strategies.  ( 29 min )

Discover which country spends the most on research and development, in both dollar terms and as a percentage of gross domestic product.  ( 23 min )

Refundable AMT credits were available to those who exercised incentive stock options. They helped taxpayers save on taxes, AMT bills, and more, but expired in 2012.  ( 25 min )

Effective networking is essential for financial advisors looking to grow their practice. Here are some tips on how to make the process easier.  ( 20 min )

A credit card balance transfer can be a way to pay off your credit card debt more quickly while also saving on interest. But there are some risks.  ( 26 min )

Warner Bros. Discovery and A24 inked a new deal to give the entertainment giant exclusive access to the independent film maker's titles, helping boost WBD shares.  ( 1 min )

Campbell Soup shares soared after the soup maker beat profit estimates and issued guidance ahead of expectations as it benefited from higher prices.  ( 1 min )

Google unveiled Gemini, a new artificial intelligence (AI) model which could make the tech giant more competitive in the AI race.  ( 1 min )

Chinese EV maker Nio Inc. reportedly plans to spin off its battery manufacturing unit in a matter of weeks, accelerating the company's trajectory toward profitability.  ( 1 min )

American depositary receipts of British American Tobacco tumbled to an all-time low after the maker of Camel and Lucky Strike said it's losing cigarette customers and plans to accelerate a switch to selling different tobacco products.  ( 1 min )

The S&P 500 lost 0.4% on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, as the markets considered the impact of this week's slew of labor market reports on Fed decision making.  ( 1 min )

The International Air Transport Association said member airlines are expected to post record revenue in 2024 due to passenger levels rising above pre-pandemic levels.  ( 1 min )

A drop in mortgage rates last week convinced some homeowners that it was a good time to refinance their home loans, possibly indicating that the dearth in refinancing has hit bottom.  ( 1 min )

The price of gold has been hitting record highs lately—but if you factor in inflation, it's lower than the peak it hit in 1980. It's also returned less than stocks and bonds.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were up at midday on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023 after better-than-expected reports on labor costs and productivity.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were higher in premarket trading on Wednesday as private payroll data showed job and wage growth slowing in November, adding to evidence the labor market is cooling as employers feel the pressure of the Federal Reserve's rate hikes.  ( 1 min )

Electric car maker Nio, Starbucks, and Oil made notable chart moves on Tuesday. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Nvidia’s CEO said the chip maker will develop products to sell to China that comply with U.S. export restrictions and Chinese EV maker Nio will reportedly spin off its battery production unit into a separate unit. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Bestuurders van een elektrische bestelbus tussen de 3.500 en 4.250 kilo hebben vanaf 1 juli 2024 een vrachtwagenbewijs nodig. Een 'gewoon' B-rijbewijs is dan onvoldoende.  ( 10 min )

Kinderen tot twaalf jaar kunnen vanaf 23 december in een groot deel van Noord-Holland gratis met de bus reizen, als zij met een volwassene zijn. Op steeds meer plekken in Nederland is dat nu mogelijk.  ( 8 min )

Twee op de drie energieleveranciers maakt het voor eigenaren van zonnepanelen onaantrekkelijk of onmogelijk om vaste energiecontracten af te sluiten voor een lange looptijd. Consumenten die zonnestroom opwekken hebben daardoor weinig keuze als ze zekerheid voor twee of drie jaar willen.  ( 9 min )

Het doek is gevallen voor sportkledingwinkels Perry Sport, Aktiesport en Sprinter. Moederbedrijf van deze winkels Sports Unlimited Retail is vandaag failliet verklaard. De drie winkelketens hebben in Nederland ruim vijftig winkels en meer dan duizend werknemers.  ( 9 min )

Het doek is gevallen voor sportkledingwinkels Perry Sport, Aktiesport en Sprinter. Moederbedrijf van deze winkels Sports Unlimited Retail is vandaag failliet verklaard, bevestigt een woordvoerder van de rechtbank van Amsterdam na berichtgeving van RTL Nieuws.  ( 8 min )

Als je in het nieuwe jaar zeker wil zijn van de hoogte van je energierekening, kan je het beste voor een vast contract kiezen. Dat adviseert de Autoriteit Consument & Markt (ACM).  ( 9 min )

Ook volgend jaar kunnen mensen met een kleine portemonnee compensatie aanvragen voor de hoge energierekening. Het Tijdelijk Noodfonds Energie gaat in naar verwachting in januari 2024 voor de tweede keer open.  ( 8 min )

Minimaal 10.000 Nederlanders hebben een te hoge hypotheek of andere lening gekregen. Dit komt doordat kredietverstrekkers fouten hebben gemaakt bij het bepalen hoeveel geld de klanten maximaal mochten lenen. Dat meldt Autoriteit Financiële Markten (AFM).  ( 8 min )

Een recordaantal mensen in ons land werkt in deeltijd: 4,7 miljoen. De verwachting is dat de groei de komende jaren doorzet. En dat betekent dat we dan mogelijk evenveel deeltijders als voltijders hebben.  ( 11 min )

Reisconcern TUI heeft voor het eerst in vier jaar weer winst gemaakt. Het Duitse bedrijf profiteert van het grote aantal mensen dat sinds het einde van de coronapandemie weer op vakantie wil.  ( 9 min )

In deze aflevering krijgen NU.nl-klimaatverslaggever Jeroen Kraan en nieuwslezer Anne-Marie Rozing een rondleiding door de Tata Steel-fabriek en bespreken ze de groene waterstofplannen van de fabriek. Plannen waar de architect zelf inmiddels pessimistisch over is.  ( 7 min )

Tien grote energie- en industriebedrijven in Nederland krijgen samen jaarlijks gemiddeld 8,8 miljard euro aan fossiele subsidies, zo blijkt uit onderzoek. "Een enorm bedrag dat de Nederlandse overheid jaarlijks overmaakt aan een selecte groep grote vervuilers en hun aandeelhouders", zegt Milieudefensie-directeur Donald Pols.  ( 9 min )

Israëlische autoriteiten hebben onderzoek gedaan naar verdachte aandelentransacties. Enkele beleggers zouden hebben geprofiteerd van dalende beurskoersen door de aanslag van Hamas op 7 oktober, waarbij zeker twaalfhonderd Israëliërs omkwamen.  ( 9 min )

Nederlanders hebben bijna dubbel zoveel geld op een buitenlandse rekening staan als twee jaar geleden. Toen ging het om 5,6 miljard euro, eind september was dat gegroeid naar 10,5 miljard. Toch is dat minder dan 2 procent van het totale Nederlandse banktegoed.  ( 9 min )

Er is geen sprake van dat Tata Steel pas milieumaatregelen neemt als de overheid ingrijpt. "We kunnen proactiever zijn. Dat herken ik wel", zegt directeur Hans van den Berg. Maar van de harde kritiek van de toezichthouder neemt hij afstand.  ( 14 min )

A few months ago, the sentiment toward shares of the semiconductor powerhouse Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) was that it had peaked, prompting investors to consider booking profits. However, I retained my bullish stance on September 15. About two months later, NVDA stock reached an all-time high of $505.48. More recently, though, it dipped despite an impressive Q3 print, hovering around $466 due to concerns about export restrictions to China. Nevertheless, I’m sticking with my bullish stance. I believe NV  ( 36 min )

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For the quarter, Asana posted revenue of $166.5 million, up 18% from a year earlier,  ( 21 min )

CD rates have already reached their highest levels in more than 20 years. Are further increases in the cards, or will 2024 see the best CD rates come down from record peaks?  ( 21 min )

How much does it cost to insure an electric car? Is EV insurance more expensive than a traditional auto insurance policy? We explain.  ( 34 min )

In addition to raising its dividend, Mastercard approved a new stock repurchase program.  ( 19 min )

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The “Shark Tank” star with a $100 million net worth says paying 20% down is key—and explains why.  ( 35 min )

This has been a good year for stocks, no doubt about that. The S&P 500 has gained 19% year-to-date, after a gangbusters November, and the outlook for December, while more moderate, remains positive. The markets have made these gains despite a strong set of headwinds, including the Federal Reserve’s turn to a policy of aggressive monetary tightening and interest rate hikes; the ongoing war in Ukraine; and now the flare-up of war in the Middle East. This stock rally is showing real strength, and t  ( 37 min )

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Procter & Gamble said it will write down up to $2.5 billion in charges for a restructuring, along with impairment of its Gillette business.  ( 17 min )

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Shares of Charter Communications dropped after the company's CFO said its internet subscribers could decline in the current quarter. The stock was recently down about 9%. The warning also weighed on shares of Comcast, Altice, Liberty and Cable One. Charter's shares were the worst performers on the  ( 24 min )

Allete, a U.S. power utility and renewable energy developer that has a market value of about $5 billion, including debt, is exploring a sale of the company, people familiar with the matter said on Tuesday. Allete is working with JPMorgan Chase & Co on a sale process that has attracted suitors that include infrastructure funds and buyout firms, the sources said, cautioning that no deal is certain and asking not to be identified because the matter is confidential. Allete and JPMorgan did not immediately respond to requests for comment.  ( 34 min )

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AT&T shares were rising on Tuesday after the firm announced a new network deal with Ericsson. Shares of AT&T were up 3.9%. Ericsson shares were up 4.1%. The company said it plans to spend up to $14 billion on network equipment over a five-year deal with Ericsson. AT&T said it plans to “lead the U  ( 16 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Michael Dell is taking steps to donate Dell Technologies Inc. shares worth as much as $1.74 billion.Most Read from BloombergBonds Up as Slackening Jobs Fuel Fed-Pivot Views: Markets WrapHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsMoody’s Cuts China Credit Outlook to Negative on Rising DebtHarvard Alumni Rebuke Its Israel Response With Mere $1 DonationsPutin Plans Visit to Gulf in Wake of OPEC+ Deal on Output CutsDell converted 25 million shares owned by him and a trust i  ( 34 min )

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Google search data shows that interest in Tesla is up following the launch of its uniquely designed Cybertruck.  ( 25 min )

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Investors are looking to labor market readings as they decide whether to put hopes for an interest rate cut on ice.  ( 41 min )

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Saving for retirement is an essential goal for many Americans, but achieving the ideal savings target remains elusive for many. In 2023, the average American retiree had about $170,726 in retirement savings, a decrease from $191,659 at the beginning of 2022. This 10% reduction is significantly lower than the recommended $555,000. Only 12% of retirees have achieved or exceeded this recommended savings amount. Don’t Miss: The average American couple has saved this much money for retirement — How d  ( 36 min )

Employees don’t necessarily want to work from home; they really just want to have options.  ( 35 min )

Oil related equities face a headwind next year, according to analysts at Citi: excess spare capacity.  ( 36 min )

Buffett-backed Occidental is reportedly among the top bidders for CrownRock, raising the prospect it may turn to Berkshire Hathaway for funding again.  ( 35 min )

Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:XOM) stock started trading at $104.27 on Nov. 29, with a market cap exceeding $414 billion. The 52-week low price for Exxon was $98.02, and the 52-week high was $120.07. The dividend for the quarter ending June to September was $0.91 per share against $0.88 for the same period of 2022, according to the company's 10-Q filing on Oct. 31. The cumulative dividend from January to September was $2.73 per share, higher than $2.64 per share for the preceding year. Dividend paymen  ( 35 min )

BMO Capital Markets analyst Rufus Hone took over coverage of Block at Outperform and PayPal at Market Perform.  ( 21 min )

U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna (D-California) posted on X earlier this month to gain support for his Stop Wall Street Landlords Act bill. "The last thing Americans need is a Bezos-backed investment company further consolidating single-family homes and putting homeownership out of reach for more and more people," he posted on X. "Housing should be a right, not a speculative commodity. Congress must pass my Stop Wall Street Landlords Act." The post was in response to an article published two days earlier abo  ( 35 min )

I’m 58 and I have $700,000 in 401(k)s and IRAs. I have no credit card debt, no auto loan payments and no student loans. I sold my home in California and paid cash for a house in Texas, so I have no mortgage. I’m retired military and bring in about $2,200 per month after taxes. […] The post Ask an Advisor: How Do I Cover $3,000 in Monthly Living Expenses? I’m 58 With $700k in Retirement Savings, But I Won’t Collect Social Security for 7 Years appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

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I have a million dollars and I want to put it to work for me. Where can I put it to make the most amount of passive income from it? Also, how can I minimize taxes on that to be able to keep more of that money? – Andrea While today's high-interest rate environment has […] The post Ask an Advisor: I Have $1 Million and Want It to Work for Me. How Do I Maximize Passive Income and Minimize Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

AT&T's new $14 billion supply deal with Ericsson could save money but won't give the cellphone carrier a "secret sauce" for thinning out expenses, its CEO said Tuesday. Speaking to a UBS investor confer  ( 24 min )

Many people have turned to annuities as a reliable means of securing a stable income during retirement. Financial advisers often highlight annuities as a prudent choice for those looking to manage retirement finances effectively. With a $150,000 annuity, the monthly income potential varies based on several key factors, such as the type of annuity chosen, the age of the annuitant and the length of the payout period. Annuities, which are financial products offered by insurance companies, serve as  ( 36 min )

After a rash of layoffs at the beginning of the year, some companies are cutting jobs as 2023 winds down and a strong labor market shows signs of cooling.  ( 29 min )

With another notable fall, rates on 30-year mortgages are now down to their lowest level in almost four months. Most loan averages declined, though refi rates were mixed.  ( 19 min )

If things don't stabilize at his social-media firm X, Elon Musk might have to break a promise he made about his Tesla stock sales.  ( 28 min )

Alaska stock tumbled more than 14% Monday as shareholders digested the carrier’s proposed tie-up with Hawaiian Airlines’ parent company.  ( 26 min )

Investors are looking to labor market readings as they decide whether to put hopes for an interest-rate cut on ice.  ( 37 min )

American depositary receipts of Ericsson rose while Nokia fell after Ericsson won a $14 billion contract with AT&T to upgrade its wireless network.  ( 17 min )

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Procter & Gamble flagged up to $2.5 billion in restructuring charges for its international operations and an impairment hit for assets it had picked up with the 2005 acquisition of Gillette.  ( 29 min )

Drugstore chain CVS guided fiscal 2024 revenue higher than expected, and raised the quarterly dividend by 10%.  ( 19 min )

The consumer goods giant said it would take a $1.3 billion non-cash impairment charge before tax in the current quarter ending Dec. 31 on its Gillette business, which it acquired in 2005. The charges will be between $1 billion and $1.5 billion after tax, P&G said. P&G blamed a stronger U.S. dollar for the charges.  ( 34 min )

Shares in Chinese stocks tumbled on Tuesday after the ratings firm slashed its outlook on Chinese government credit.  ( 21 min )

Wells Fargo CEO Charlie Scharf told investors on Tuesday he expects to book higher-than-anticipated severance expenses between $750 million to a little less than $1 billion in the fourth quarter. "We are continuing to focus on efficiency with turnover dropping, unfortunately, we're going to have to be more aggressive about our own internal actions," Scharf said, adding that he thinks it would be the right step in the long term. Last month the bank laid off fewer than 50 bankers from its corporate and investment bank, after the San Francisco-based lender had warned earlier its headcount could decline further in an effort to become more efficient.  ( 34 min )

Investors are looking to labor market readings as they decide whether to put hopes for an interest-rate cut on ice.  ( 35 min )

GitLab stock surged Tuesday on its first ever adjusted operating profit. However, a rival software-development company could offer a better way to play growing demand in the sector according to analysts at D.A. Davidson.  ( 22 min )

Investors were quick to pull the trigger and sell Take-Two Interactive Software stock, after the owner of Rockstar Games and publisher of Grand Theft Auto put out a trailer of the videogame franchise’s next installment and announced a launch window.  ( 21 min )

Drugstore chain CVS guided fiscal 2024 revenue higher than expected, and raised the quarterly dividend by 10%.  ( 19 min )

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Lamborghini reached a deal with unions to introduce a four-day week for its production workers, the labour associations and the company said on Tuesday, as more manufacturing groups re-consider the structure of the work week for their employees. The FIOM and FIM-CISL unions said the agreement is "historical" as it is the first in the automotive industry in Europe to achieve a significant reduction in working hours without cutting wages, but rather increasing them. Similar four-day week schemes adopted in other European countries, such as the UK, have found that employees worked more in less time, job retention and recruitment improved and sickness levels had gone down.  ( 33 min )

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Should you make 401(k) or Roth IRA contributions? In a perfect world, the answer would be both. If you have the means, maximizing your traditional 401(k) and Roth contributions is a great way to build a diversified set of retirement savings. But, of course, your paycheck gets a vote. So, if you have to choose, […] The post My Husband and I Are in Our 50s, Have $1 Million in Our 401(k)s and Want to Retire at 65. Should We Switch to Roth Contributions? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 35 min )

Investors are looking to labor market readings as they decide whether to put hopes for an interest-rate cut on ice.  ( 35 min )

The company has narrowed its focus on its drugs and medical devices business since it hived off its consumer health unit earlier this year. "We think we're very well positioned, even in spite of what will be the beginning of some biosimilar entrants to Stelara outside the US in mid to second half of 2024," Chief Financial Officer Joseph Wolk told Reuters. J&J, which plans to launch at least 20 new therapies by 2030, said over 10 of its products had the potential to generate more than $5 billion in peak year sales - including newer cancer treatments Talvey and Tecvayli.  ( 34 min )

The next installment of one of the biggest franchises in videogames is set for release in 2025.  ( 21 min )

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A retail trading boom has spawned ETFs paying fat dividends, but caveat emptor.  ( 29 min )

Shares of the healthcare conglomerate were up nearly 3% in premarket trading. The healthcare conglomerate also said it was bringing its portfolio of health services such as doctors clinics and pharmacies under an umbrella brand called CVS Healthspire.CVS forecast revenue of at least $366 billion, ahead of analysts' average estimate of $345.81 billion, according to LSEG data. The company's 2024 adjusted profit forecast of at least $8.51 per share was largely in line with Wall Street estimates.  ( 33 min )

"The primary risk that could knock us off course is a Federal Reserve that remains fixated on inflation fears."  ( 36 min )

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Here are the stocks moving the most on Tuesday.  ( 24 min )

After a strong run of gains in November that sent the S&P 500 to its closing high for the year, U.S. equities pulled back in the previous session as longer-dated Treasury yields bounced off three-month lows. A majority of traders expect that the Fed has reached the end of its tightening campaign, given easing inflation, and have nearly fully priced in the likelihood that the central bank will keep rates unchanged next week. They are also betting on lower interest rates next year, with 61% pricing in a rate cut of at least 25 basis points in March and 87% in May, according to the CME Group's FedWatch tool.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The US Federal Reserve is losing control of its messaging on interest rates, but financial markets are wrong to expect imminent cuts, Allianz Chief Economic Adviser Mohamed El-Erian said.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsHarvard Alumni Rebuke Its Israel Response With Mere $1 DonationsStocks Drift as Doubt Undermines Soft-Landing Bets: Markets WrapBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 Even as Stocks and Bonds Take a HitMoody’s Cuts China Credit Out  ( 34 min )

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The S&P 500 is adding three new members later this month. Here's why.  ( 36 min )

New Year lists and resolutions are just part of the celebrations – and that holds true for stock investors, too. Every year, like clockwork, Wall Street’s research firms and analysts will take some time to publish their ‘top picks’ and ‘best ideas’ for the coming year. This year, Cowen is obliging us, with its list of the ‘Best Ideas for 2024,’ and we can dig into their recommendations for some valuable New Year market advice. It’s an interesting list, with stocks from varied sectors, from healt  ( 39 min )

Despite tobacco use being in a steady decline in recent decades, companies like Altria Group (MO) have used combustibles as their cash cow to fuel investments into growth segments — while growing their dividends and repurchasing their discounted shares, explains Rida Morwa, editor of High Dividend Opportunities.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Stocks in mainland China and Hong Kong declined for a third straight day as investors remained concerned about the the health of world’s second-largest economy heading into next year. Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsWall Street’s Furious Bull Run Gets Reality Check: Markets WrapHarvard Alumni Rebuke Its Israel Response With Mere $1 DonationsBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 Even as Stocks and Bonds Take a HitIsrael’s Wider War Has US Caution  ( 33 min )

Cities and provinces across the country have accumulated a massive amount of hidden debt following years of unchecked borrowing and spending.  ( 29 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks declined Tuesday as traders pared back their aggressive bets on a Federal Reserve pivot and an extended selloff in China hurt sentiment. The dollar held gains. Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsWall Street’s Furious Bull Run Gets Reality Check: Markets WrapBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 Even as Stocks and Bonds Take a HitHarvard Alumni Rebuke Its Israel Response With Mere $1 DonationsIsrael’s Wider War Has US Cautioning of ‘Str  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Nvidia Corp. plans to help build an AI tech-related ecosystem in Japan to meet demand in a country eager to gain an edge in artificial intelligence.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsWall Street’s Furious Bull Run Gets Reality Check: Markets WrapHarvard Alumni Rebuke Its Israel Response With Mere $1 DonationsBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 Even as Stocks and Bonds Take a HitIsrael’s Wider War Has US Cautioning of ‘Strategic Defeat’The Santa C  ( 35 min )

PDD, the owner of fast-growing Temu, is muscling into the U.S. in a way Alibaba never did.  ( 28 min )

The nation’s largest drugstore chain is set to shift to a simpler model that could upend how American pharmacies are paid.  ( 29 min )

The lessons have been hard, but should remind investors in the sector of some of the basic facts of investing.  ( 28 min )

Oil demand is uncertain at a time when supply is rising both from countries within OPEC+ and from producers outside of the cartel, such as the US.  ( 35 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Doubts over BYD Co.’s sales targets and smart-car capabilities drove a $12 billion selloff in the Chinese electric-vehicle maker last month, even as it draws closer to Tesla Inc. as the industry’s top seller.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsWall Street’s Furious Bull Run Gets Reality Check: Markets WrapBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 Even as Stocks and Bonds Take a HitHarvard Alumni Rebuke Its Israel Response With Mere $1 DonationsIsrael’s  ( 36 min )

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ETF arbitrage brings the market price of ETFs back in line with net asset values when divergence happens. Learn how it works.  ( 26 min )

The best interest rates for boat loans typically start around 7.49% but vary based on the borrower's credit score, the loan amount, the loan term, and the age of the boat.  ( 21 min )

ETFs can be a simple, cost-effective approach to investing that provide. But where are they headed in the future?  ( 23 min )

Find out how the designation you choose will depend on which areas of financial planning you want as your focus.  ( 25 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.88% for 7 months from West Town Bank & Trust, 5.80% for 18 months from Seattle Bank, and 5.77% for 11 months from West Town Bank & Trust.  ( 20 min )

Established in 2013, Dogecoin is a peer-to-peer, open-source cryptocurrency that is categorized as an altcoin. It has no apparent use cases besides existing.  ( 24 min )

CD rates have already reached their highest levels in more than 20 years. Are further increases in the cards, or will 2024 see the best CD rates come down from record peaks?  ( 19 min )

ETFs have become so popular because of the many advantages they offer. Still, investors must keep in mind that they aren't without risks.  ( 27 min )

The S&P 500 slid 0.1% on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, even as newly released data showed a decline in job openings, suggesting that the U.S. labor market is coming into balance.  ( 17 min )

While advisors frequently debate whether active or passive management is superior, many forget that there is a middle ground to consider.  ( 22 min )

If you have a longer savings horizon and don't need cash right away, consider these ETFs.  ( 28 min )

Learn about Vice President Kamala Harris’s evolution from prosecutor to politician, what she believes, how she has made history, and details about her personal life.  ( 26 min )

A deduction allows a taxpayer to reduce their total taxable income. You can either itemize deductions or take a large single deduction, known as the standard deduction.  ( 25 min )

Meta and IBM launched the AI Alliance to "advance open, safe, responsible AI," in a move that could help counter the influence of leaders with closed models.  ( 17 min )

Procter & Gamble said it will write down up to $2.5 billion in charges for a restructuring, along with impairment of its Gillette business.  ( 17 min )

Use this tool to calculate the total cost and payments of your boat loan  ( 21 min )

AMD is to launch a chip designed for artificial intelligence (AI) systems on Wednesday that could help it compete with Nvidia.  ( 18 min )

Learn about U.S. federal income tax brackets and find out which tax bracket you're in. Here, we explain marginal tax rates, state taxes, and federal taxes.  ( 34 min )

If you want to buy a boat, there are loans designed to finance your purchase.  ( 22 min )

While the popular stereotype of a tax haven is a Caribbean island, these countries in Europe serve as attractive places for foreign individuals and companies to store funds.  ( 28 min )

Some boat loans can be as short as a few years, but, typically, they are between 10 and 20 years. Learn how boat loans work and how to compare their terms.  ( 23 min )

If you have several investments, there's a good chance you'll need to fill out a IRS Form Schedule B.  ( 24 min )

Above-the-line deductions can be taken even if you decide to take the standard deduction (rather than itemize). See how you can use them to lower your tax bill.  ( 27 min )

CVS Health Corp. posted 2024 sales guidance Tuesday that beat estimates and raised its dividend as it reported demand for its health-care services increased.  ( 17 min )

The first few moments of trading provide a lot of information that can give insight into the market's moves for the day. Here's what you can look for.  ( 25 min )

J.M. Smucker beat profit forecasts for its fiscal second quarter as the food maker raised prices and reduced expenses.  ( 17 min )

A debt collector tries to recover past-due debts for creditors in return for a fee.  ( 25 min )

On March 11, 2020, the Dow Jones Industrial Average entered a bear market for the first time in 11 years. In June 2022, markets again reached bear market levels.  ( 26 min )

U.S. equities were mixed and little changed at midday on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, after government data showed the number of job openings fell more than expected in October.  ( 17 min )

Many factors determine the demand elasticity for a good or service including income and the availability of substitutes.  ( 24 min )

Decentralized finance (DeFi) refers to blockchain-connected platforms and applications that, in theory, can replace the existing centralized financial services networks.  ( 23 min )

GitLab shares jumped after the maker of software for developers reported a surprise profit and revenue as it gained more customers.  ( 17 min )

With another notable fall, rates on 30-year mortgages are now down to their lowest level in almost four months. Most loan averages declined, though refi rates were mixed.  ( 19 min )

Credit counseling provides guidance and support for consumer credit, money management, debt management, and budgeting.  ( 27 min )

An IRAs and a certificate of deposit are two types of investments, one geared toward retirement and the other suitable for short-term savings.  ( 27 min )

Job-seekers found fewer opportunities in October, as the number of openings continued to fall toward pre-pandemic levels.  ( 18 min )

The Caribbean offers some of the most popular tax havens in the world, providing benefits such as very low tax liability and financial privacy.  ( 29 min )

While racial and ethnic minorities continue to gain seats in Congress, they still struggle for representation in federal, state, and local elected office.  ( 30 min )

Just what does a financial advisor do? A lot, in fact. And any potential client should do their due diligence and come prepared with questions.  ( 33 min )

Value-based pricing is a strategy that some businesses use to set product prices at a price point that they believe the consumer is willing to pay.  ( 25 min )

American depositary receipts of Ericsson rose while Nokia fell after Ericsson won a $14 billion contract with AT&T to upgrade its wireless network.  ( 18 min )

The American Dream now costs $3,455,305—that's the estimated lifetime cost of marriage, two children, homes, healthcare, cars, and education. Rising costs have made the typical "American Dream" out of reach for many, according to an analysis by Investopedia.  ( 21 min )

Making sure you have a large enough nest egg to retire on is a challenge. Here’s how to accomplish the task, one step at a time.  ( 27 min )

Meme stock AMC, along with Gold and Bitcoin, made significant moves Monday. Here's why.  ( 20 min )

Tax obligations differ for foreign citizens who work in the U.S. or have income from a U.S. source.  ( 25 min )

Take-Two Interactive Software shares fell after releasing its trailer for the latest edition of the "Grand Theft Auto" video game early and Ericsson ADRs gained as AT&T announced it would select the company to build out its new wireless network. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 18 min )

No health insurance at work? Find out how much private health insurance costs and where to find private health insurance companies.  ( 34 min )

Bond exchange-traded funds (ETFs) combine the relative stability and portfolio diversification of bond mutual funds with the intra-day liquidity of stocks.  ( 24 min )

Learn about the differences between secured and unsecured debt and how lenders buffer risks associated with each type of loan through collateral or higher rates.  ( 28 min )

The euro is a common currency of the European Union. Yet, many EU countries don’t use the euro.  ( 25 min )

Learn about the top five countries—China, the United States, India, Russia, and Japan—that are the largest contributors to carbon dioxide emissions.  ( 25 min )

There are thousands of ETFs available to investors today. How do theme ETFs help narrow the list of options?  ( 28 min )

Diamonds is an informal term for an index-based exchange-traded fund (ETF) known as the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF.  ( 23 min )

The most common examples of positive correlation in macroeconomics and microeconomics include demand and price and consumer spending and GDP.  ( 22 min )

New and advanced versions of ETFs have been developed over the years, one being the synthetic ETF, which is different than a typical ETF due to its underlying holdings.  ( 24 min )

Understand 3x exchange traded funds (ETFs) and their key risks. Learn how compounding can affect returns.  ( 24 min )

Deciding how much to put into a 401(k) account can be tricky. There are guidelines to ensure that you are investing what you need, so you can retire in comfort.  ( 25 min )

The S&P 500 slid 0.1% on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, even as newly released data showed a decline in job openings, suggesting that the U.S. labor market is coming into balance.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were mixed and little changed at midday on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, after government data showed the number of job openings fell more than expected in October.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures fell in premarket trading ahead of the first of several labor market reports this week that could shake or strengthen conviction the Fed is done raising interest rates.  ( 1 min )

Meme stock AMC, along with Gold and Bitcoin, made significant moves Monday. Here's why.  ( 1 min )

Take-Two Interactive Software shares fell after releasing its trailer for the latest edition of the "Grand Theft Auto" video game early and Ericsson ADRs gained as AT&T announced it would select the company to build out its new wireless network. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

From the boom in big tech stocks fueled by enthusiasm for developments in AI to historic strikes by workers for better wages, we take a look back at just a few of the forces that shaped 2023, in charts.  ( 1 min )

Procter & Gamble said it will write down up to $2.5 billion in charges for a restructuring, along with impairment of its Gillette business.  ( 1 min )

CVS Health Corp. posted 2024 sales guidance Tuesday that beat estimates and raised its dividend as it reported demand for its health-care services increased.  ( 1 min )

American depositary receipts of Ericsson rose while Nokia fell after Ericsson won a $14 billion contract with AT&T to upgrade its wireless network.  ( 1 min )

Zo'n 240.000 gepensioneerden uit de metaal- en technieksector krijgen er 3,2 procent pensioen bij. Ook voor de ongeveer 1 miljoen werkenden gaat het pensioen omhoog. Dat maakt het fonds PMT dinsdag bekend.  ( 9 min )

Nederland en België hebben zes mensen opgepakt die handelssancties tegen Rusland zouden hebben geschonden. Een Belgische zakenman verkocht Rusland elektronica en andere technologie die het voor de oorlog tegen Oekraïne zou kunnen gebruiken, melden Belgische media.  ( 9 min )

Onverkochte kleding en schoenen mogen in de Europese Unie binnenkort niet meer zomaar worden vernietigd. Ook veel andere producten moeten minder vaak op de vuilnisbelt of in de verbrandingsoven belanden. Dat hebben de EU-landen en het Europees Parlement afgesproken.  ( 9 min )

De afgelopen weken hebben verschillende stichtingen, hulporganisaties en goede doelen zich ingezet om sinterklaascadeaus in te zamelen voor kinderen uit arme gezinnen. Daardoor kunnen duizenden gezinnen dinsdag alsnog Pakjesavond vieren, maar toch vallen nog (te) veel kinderen buiten de boot.  ( 5 min )

Grote olie- en gaslanden willen niet stoppen met het winnen en produceren van fossiele brandstoffen. Ook niet als zij beloofd hebben geen CO2 meer uit te stoten, zien onderzoekers. Dat staat in schril contrast met het doel van de klimaattop in Dubai.  ( 6 min )

Gamestudio Rockstar heeft maandagavond de eerste trailer van GTA VI gepubliceerd. In de video deelt de spelontwikkelaar verschillende details van het nieuwe spel. Dit is wat we weten over het nieuwste deel van Grand Theft Auto.  ( 4 min )

In het weekend voor Pakjesavond gingen (hulp)sinterklazen en pieten weer de winkelstraten en webwinkels af. Vooral zaterdag werd veel gekocht. Ruim twintig miljoen pinbetalingen zorgden voor 579 miljoen euro aan aankopen, blijkt uit cijfers van Betaalvereniging Nederland.  ( 3 min )

Het technische probleem met iDEAL, waardoor klanten van Rabobank dinsdag problemen ervoeren, zijn opgelost. Dat meldt de bank dinsdagmiddag.  ( 2 min )

Automobilisten rijden steeds opgewekter weg bij het tankstation, want de prijs van 1 liter benzine is in de afgelopen maanden flink gedaald. Sinds de accijnsverhoging van begin juli is de prijs niet zo laag geweest als nu.  ( 9 min )

Gamestudio Rockstar heeft maandagavond de eerste trailer van GTA VI gepubliceerd. In de video deelt de spelontwikkelaar verschillende details van het nieuwe spel. Dit is wat we weten over het nieuwste deel van Grand Theft Auto.  ( 11 min )

Door een technisch probleem met iDEAL kunnen klanten van Rabobank problemen ervaren met betalingen. Daarvoor waarschuwt de bank dinsdagochtend.  ( 8 min )

Een staking bij autofabrikant Tesla die eind oktober in Zweden is begonnen, krijgt nu bijval van Deense medewerkers. De Zweden en Denen willen het Amerikaanse bedrijf op deze manier bewegen tot een collectieve loonafspraak.  ( 9 min )

Treinreizigers ondervinden opnieuw hinder vanwege dassen rond het spoor. Dit keer is er een dassenburcht ontdekt tussen Boxtel en Liempde. De burcht zorgt vooral voor problemen met treinen tussen Tilburg en Eindhoven.  ( 9 min )

De meeste vluchten tussen Amsterdam en München zijn dinsdag geannuleerd, meldt een woordvoerder van Schiphol. Het winterweer in München zorgt ervoor dat het vliegverkeer op de Duitse luchthaven al dagen stilligt.  ( 8 min )

Negen Nederlandse gemeenten ontvangen geld van het Rijk om hun winkelgebied aan te pakken. Zo wil het kabinet consumenten weer naar fysieke winkels krijgen.  ( 8 min )

De prijs van goud steeg maandag naar een recordhoogte. Het verleidt veel Nederlanders om het edelmetaal te kopen of verkopen, merken verschillende goudkantoren in ons land. Vooral beleggers zijn geïnteresseerd, vooral omdat goud een veilige geldhaven is in onzekere tijden.  ( 10 min )

From the boom in big tech stocks fueled by enthusiasm for developments in AI to historic strikes by workers for better wages, we take a look back at just a few of the forces that shaped 2023, in charts.  ( 20 min )

Here's what you need to know with the crypto markets looking ahead to the next year, standing at the cusp of important events such as the fate of the approval of a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, Bitcoin halving, and developments in crypto regulation.  ( 21 min )

The Department of Education released new details Monday on how may be covered by proposed federal rules around student loan forgiveness that could be finalized next year.  ( 19 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.88% for 7 months from West Town Bank & Trust, 5.80% for 18 months from Seattle Bank, and 5.77% for 11 months from West Town Bank & Trust.  ( 20 min )

Tax-deferred status refers to earnings from investments such as IRAs that accumulate tax-free until the investor takes constructive receipt of the gains.  ( 24 min )

Being an athlete, actor, or musician may be their day job, but many of your favorite celebrities are also avid investors—with some making millions of dollars from their entrepreneurial ventures.  ( 21 min )

the rule changes, both enacted and proposed, are set to impact your finances in the coming year.  ( 21 min )

The S&P 500 slid 0.5% on Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, starting the first full week of December in the red amid questions about whether the November rally can continue.  ( 18 min )

The top financial terms of the year reflect bank failures, a spike in treasury yields and borrowing costs, questions about the future of the U.S. dollar as the world’s dominant currency, and the rise of artificial intelligence threatening to disrupt every industry it touches.  ( 20 min )

Personal loan rates jumped over a percentage point this week, moving up 123 basis points to 22.91% since last week when the average personal loan rate stood at 21.68%.  ( 19 min )

Uber shares rallied on news that the company will join the S&P 500 Index, whose stocks receive support from the proliferation of funds and ETFs tracking it.  ( 19 min )

Top performing stocks in 2023 included those in the technology sector, taking advantage of developments in AI. The bottom performers included NVCR, which was punished because of its ovarian cancer trials' failure to improve survival rates in patients.  ( 24 min )

Analysts at Mizuho Securities upgraded General Motors stock and raised their price target for it as the firm pointed out several catalysts for growth.  ( 17 min )

Shares of Carvana jumped following an upgrade and a big price target hike from J.P. Morgan analysts.  ( 16 min )

A market economy is determined by supply and demand, but a command economy operates through government control of resources and determines how they are used.  ( 23 min )

High-Deductible Plan F and High-Deductible Plan G have the lowest rates, starting at $64 per month. Regular Plan F (the plan with the most coverage) costs as much as $461 a month.  ( 22 min )

A transaction where an investor sells a losing security and purchases a similar one 30 days before or after the sale to try and reduce their overall tax liability.  ( 24 min )

Artificial intelligence or AI refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think and act like humans.  ( 27 min )

A money market fund is a type of mutual fund that invests in high-quality, short-term debt instruments and cash equivalents.  ( 29 min )

Find out why the Cayman Islands is considered a tax haven and why this location is so popular among those looking to reduce their tax liability.  ( 23 min )

Although high student loan debt is a problem for many Americans, this $1.63 trillion burden isn’t being shouldered equally by all borrowers. Learn more.  ( 35 min )

Bitcoin's price rose above $41,000 on Monday, reaching levels not seen since before the collapse of the crypto stablecoin TerraUSD in May 2022  ( 17 min )

SoFi savings account interest rates are above average and the financial services company charges no bank fees—two reasons this savings option is worth considering.  ( 27 min )

State Farm is more than just an insurance company. It offers banking services and competitive interest rates for its savings account.  ( 21 min )

You can earn a higher-than-average APY with a TD Bank savings account. But TD Bank only offers the highest interest rates on accounts with high balances.  ( 22 min )

Check U.S. Bank’s current savings account interest rates, and see how they compare to the top accounts in the market today.  ( 21 min )

Paying taxes is an unavoidable obligation each year, but individuals and business owners can take advantage of various strategies for tax savings.  ( 26 min )

Relying on Social Security is not a good idea. Instead, rely on the compounding effects of a tax-deferred retirement savings account.  ( 27 min )

Roche is moving into the lucrative weight-loss drug market by buying privately held Carmot Therapeutics for $2.7 billion.  ( 17 min )

USAA offers a few different savings accounts, but the rates are relatively low. Compare USAA to top competitors and find the best savings account for your needs.  ( 25 min )

Wells Fargo offers two types of savings accounts, but the rates are low unless you carry a large balance.  ( 23 min )

Although the space-flight company has said it has sufficient cash on hand until 2026, some analysts anticipate the need for a cash infusion by mid-2025. Virgin's stock was down about 15% midday Monday after founder Richard Branson said it wasn't getting his money.  ( 18 min )

See a full overview of PNC savings account interest rates. Compare PNC Bank to top competitors and find the right savings account for your financial needs.  ( 26 min )

With the debate on wages continuing in Congress and in the public arena, here are some of the major pros and cons of raising the minimum wage.  ( 27 min )

Learn the proper procedure for deducting investment losses and get some tips on how to strategically structure them to lower your income tax bill for the year.  ( 28 min )

While student loan debt is a burden for all borrowers, gendered wage gaps and other factors cause some to have a harder time than others.  ( 33 min )

Marcus by Goldman Sachs only offers a few account types, but what it does offer, it does well. Learn how you can benefit from its online high-yield savings account.  ( 22 min )

E*TRADE savings account interest rates can't compete with the best, but high-net-worth individuals can benefit from its higher FDIC insurance coverage.  ( 20 min )

Your tax filing status—single, married, or head of household—can affect how much money your employer withholds from your paychecks to cover your estimated taxes.  ( 26 min )

Discover’s savings account doesn’t usually have the highest APY, but it’s easily accessible with no minimum deposit or monthly fee.  ( 25 min )

Citi offers CDs, checking accounts, bank IRAs, and savings accounts. Learn more about its savings account rates, features, and account requirements.  ( 27 min )

Chime’s high-yield savings account doesn’t charge a fee or require a minimum deposit. Learn more about Chime savings account interest rates and other features.  ( 23 min )

Charles Schwab savings account interest rates are higher than the national average, and it doesn’t have monthly fees or minimum deposit requirements.  ( 22 min )

Capital One savings account interest rates are higher than average, and the bank doesn’t charge monthly maintenance fees or have a minimum deposit requirement.  ( 26 min )

Bask Bank offers an attractive pair of savings accounts: One is a typical high-yield savings account, but the other earns American Airlines AAdvantage miles.  ( 23 min )

The savings account at Apple Bank offers competitive rates, but are they competitive enough? We reviewed Apple Bank so you can decide if the bank is right for you.  ( 22 min )

A savings account is an essential part of your financial toolbox. Learn about Ally Bank savings accounts and their rates and decide if they are a fit for you.  ( 22 min )

A golden cross is a bullish chart pattern used by traders and investors where a short-term moving average crosses a long-term moving average from below.  ( 25 min )

The federal funds rate is the target interest rate set by the Fed at which commercial banks borrow and lend their extra reserves to one another overnight.  ( 29 min )

A Treasury bill (T-Bill) is a short-term debt obligation issued by the U.S. Treasury and backed by the U.S. government with a maturity of less than one year.  ( 29 min )

BRICS is an acronym for the combined economies of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, which some claimed early in this century were poised to dominate the world economy by 2050.  ( 25 min )

An inverted yield curve is an unusual state in which longer-term bonds have a lower yield than short-term debt instruments.  ( 28 min )

Learn about the three popular betting odds formats—British (fractional), European (decimal), and American (money line)—and how to interpret them.  ( 27 min )

U.S. equities lost ground at midday on Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 as tech stocks fell to start the week after Friday's gains.  ( 18 min )

Spotify shares surged as it moved to lay off 17% of its workforce in a third round of job cuts as it attempts to contain costs.  ( 17 min )

Capital expenditures are a company’s major, long-term expenses while operating expenses are a company’s day-to-day expenses.  ( 28 min )

Higher education offers upward mobility to students of all races and ethnicities, but student loan debt can widen the racial wealth gap.  ( 27 min )

Rates on 30-year loans dipped again, dropping almost to their cheapest level in three months. Though rates for most loan types fell, 30-year refi rates instead shot higher.  ( 21 min )

Beneficiaries of a trust typically pay taxes on distributions from the trust's income but not on the distributions of the principal.  ( 26 min )

Alaska Airlines shares dropped and Hawaiian Airlines shares soared after a $1.9 billion merger announcement, which may face opposition from U.S. regulators.  ( 18 min )

Read about when to book your flights and see how statistics can predict optimal pricing.  ( 26 min )

Paying student loan interest during school will help you start your adult life with less debt. But it's not always the best decision.  ( 28 min )

These two stocks and one ETF made notable moves on Friday. Here's Why.  ( 19 min )

Learn how to graph linear regression in Excel. Use these steps to analyze the linear relationship between an independent and a dependent variable.  ( 27 min )

Master Limited Partnerships offer attractive tax advantages. The tax aspects may be a bit complicated, but the bottom line is they can save you a bundle on taxes.  ( 25 min )

Alaska Air agreed to acquire Hawaiian Airlines in a $1 billion deal that would create the fifth-largest U.S. domestic airline and Spotify shares moved higher after it announced a 17% cut to its workforce. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

The main difference between a subsidiary company and an affiliate has to do with the existing level of ownership by its parent company.  ( 25 min )

The debt-service coverage ratio (DSCR) measures the cash flow available to pay current debt obligations.  ( 28 min )

Gaming industry ETFs invest in companies that generate revenue from the casino sector, video game industry or other forms of entertainment.  ( 24 min )

The four types of economic utility are form, time, place, and possession and refer to the usefulness or value that consumers get from a product.  ( 24 min )

Downturns are part of the economic cycle and can yield some benefits alongside their significant and widespread costs.  ( 27 min )

If an individual is considered an employee, then the employer is responsible for taxes. If they are considered an independent contractor, they must report themself.  ( 22 min )

Death taxes, also called estate taxes, are taxes imposed by the federal and some state governments on someone's estate upon death.  ( 26 min )

China is a major player in the mining industry, supplying a huge portion of metal and coal to the global economy.  ( 24 min )

A levy is the legal seizure of property to satisfy an outstanding debt, often a tax debt.  ( 26 min )

Boilerplate language is standardized text that is approved for use in many documents, particularly contracts. Learn the pros and cons of boilerplate language.  ( 24 min )

Looking for a formula to determine whether a company is creating wealth? Time to learn all about economic value added. Find the formula to calculate EVA.  ( 24 min )

Understanding how taxes on ETFs and their efficiency is an important part of the appeal offered to investors as a portfolio-enhancing tool.  ( 24 min )

These funds are a relatively new product to most investors, but they could be what you need for increased returns.  ( 26 min )

Find out which countries have the most restrictive import tariffs on international products, based on data collected by the World Bank and WTO.  ( 24 min )

A China ETF is an exchange-traded fund that invests in and tracks the equity stakes of China-based companies.  ( 26 min )

The January Effect is the tendency for stock prices to rise in the first month of the year following a year-end sell-off for tax purposes.  ( 27 min )

Mortgage rates have reached multi-decade lows the last few years, and some fixed-income ETFs are feeling the effects.  ( 22 min )

Use these practical tips to help curb excess holiday spending and ensure you stay on budget for the new year.  ( 23 min )

Gift splitting allows a married couple to gift twice as much without being subject to a gift tax.  ( 24 min )

Parents, grandparents, and other interested adults can give financial gifts to children to help secure their future. Learn more about what's available.  ( 27 min )

A proportional tax is an income tax system that requires the same percentage of income from all taxpayers, regardless of their income.  ( 23 min )

Capitalism and a free market are two complementary economic theories but in practice many nations borrow elements of each system.  ( 26 min )

Most employer-provided dental plans cover dentures, but there are limitations. Learn how to avoid unexpected costs and options for those with little or no insurance.  ( 23 min )

Married filing jointly is a filing status for married couples who have wed before the end of the tax year.  ( 25 min )

The Supreme Court’s decision could upend the nation’s tax code at a time when the Biden White House is seeking to raise taxes on the richest Americans.  ( 21 min )

Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) is a solid company with growing revenue. However, Palantir stock is too pricey after a year-long rally. After heeding the warning of a prominent Wall Street expert, I am bearish on PLTR stock, and investors may choose to take profits if they have any. Colorado-based Palantir Technologies provides software and services in the areas of cybersecurity and threat detection. The company’s products/services have embedded artificial intelligence (AI) functionalities, an  ( 36 min )

The Department of Education released new details Monday on how may be covered by proposed federal rules around student loan forgiveness that could be finalized next year.  ( 20 min )

(Bloomberg) -- AT&T Inc. will tap Ericsson AB to modernize its US wireless network, a project that could amount to almost $14 billion over five years. Most Read from BloombergWall Street’s Furious Bull Run Gets Reality Check: Markets WrapHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 Even as Stocks and Bonds Take a HitIsrael’s Wider War Has US Cautioning of ‘Strategic Defeat’Here’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Time HighFor Ericsson, already responsib  ( 34 min )

The Federal Reserve’s 2022 consumer finance survey unveils a striking picture of American prosperity, revealing that the mean net worth of the average household has ascended to $1.06 million, a 23% from $868,000 in 2019. This statistic, while impressive, masks a more nuanced and unequal economic landscape. Despite the seemingly thriving financial status of American households, the reality is more complex, particularly for the middle class. The COVID-19 pandemic, which drastically impacted econom  ( 35 min )

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Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev weighs in on the surge in crypto and the future of the online trading platform.  ( 36 min )

Many people have written and talked about how Munger, whom I knew and liked for more than 40 years, had a dry wit and convinced Buffett, a fellow Omaha native, to start buying good companies at reasonable prices rather than making cheap purchases of “cigar butt” remnant companies that had only a few puffs left. But I had a totally different reaction: did Munger’s death mean that I should bail out of my Berkshire Class B stock, which I bought in early 2016?  ( 38 min )

Many people have written and talked about how Munger, whom I knew and liked for more than 40 years, had a dry wit and convinced Buffett, a fellow Omaha native, to start buying good companies at reasonable prices rather than making cheap purchases of “cigar butt” remnant companies that had only a few puffs left. But I had a totally different reaction: did Munger’s death mean that I should bail out of my Berkshire Class B stock, which I bought in early 2016?  ( 36 min )

Kinder Morgan on Monday forecast higher 2024 earnings as the U.S. pipeline operator bets on increased demand for transporting crude oil and gas liquids. Net income attributable to Kinder Morgan for 2024 is expected to be $1.21 per share, up 11% from its forecast of $1.09 per share for 2023. "We expect to continue benefiting from strong natural gas market fundamentals driving growth on our existing natural gas transportation, storage, and gathering and processing assets as well as expansion opportunities," Kim Dang, chief executive officer of Kinder Morgan, said in a statement.  ( 34 min )

JPMorgan Chase analysts warned in a new note to clients that the stock market faces more pain in 2024, projecting the S&P 500 will fall 8% by year's end.  ( 35 min )

No matter who you are or what tax bracket you're in, one thing is true: You want to take advantage of as many legally authorized tax breaks as you can. If you don't act fast, you may lose the opportunity to get a 20% cut on your investment income. Keep reading to find out how you can still take advantage of this tax break and possibly help get it extended in Congress. A Senator, The Tax Cuts And Jobs Act And Real Estate Investments One of the more controversial provisions of the Tax Cuts and Job  ( 36 min )

The case before the justices Tuesday could have sweeping implications for the U.S. tax system and derail proposals from some Democrats to create a wealth tax.  ( 36 min )

Spot gold hit an all-time high on Monday, prompting debate over where the precious metal will go next.  ( 35 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- US Bank is issuing $2.5 billion of credit-linked notes tied to a pool of auto loans.Most Read from BloombergWall Street’s Furious Bull Run Gets Reality Check: Markets WrapHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 as Crypto Rally Gathers SteamIsrael’s Wider War Has US Cautioning of ‘Strategic Defeat’Here’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Time HighIt’s the first time US Bank has sold this type of securitization, according to a prelimin  ( 33 min )

Skyrocketing interest rates around the globe have culminated in a worldwide housing crisis as economies deal with the problem of burgeoning unaffordable housing. Germany, Europe's largest economy, has been dealing with slower construction amid stagnant demand, causing the property market to shrink rapidly. "The homebuilding or construction sector is the first victim of higher interest rates," Carsten Brzeski, global head of macro research and chief economist for Germany at ING Group, told CNBC.  ( 36 min )

Crypto's late 2023 surge suggests investors are moving past the industry's recent wave of scandals.  ( 35 min )

The average American wage earner needs to earn tens of thousands of dollars per year more than in the past to afford the average house in America. According to the U.S. Census, the average American household income in 2022 was $74,580. The average home price is $431,000, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. Benzinga looks at why both of those averages spell trouble for the housing market. A 20% down payment on a $431,000 house would be around $86,000 and leave roughly $345,000 in  ( 36 min )

Recently, Chinese EV manufacturing giant NIO (NYSE:NIO) made waves by inking a deal with sector compatriot Changan Automobile. Under the terms of the partnership agreement, the two parties will jointly facilitate the formulation of standards for swappable batteries. Within the past several days, it also inked a similar agreement with Geely Automobile (OTC:GELYF). Still, the battery swap directive presents both advantages and significant disadvantages. Given the ambiguities, I am neutral on NIO s  ( 36 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Starbucks Corp. shares are on track to suffer a record run of losses as concern builds that sales trends at the coffee giant have cooled in recent weeks.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsWall Street’s Furious Bull Run Gets Reality Check: Markets WrapBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 as Crypto Rally Gathers SteamHere’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Time HighChina Says US Navy Ship ‘Seriously Violated’ Its SovereigntyThe stock dropped  ( 35 min )

Gold prices top $2,100 as investors seek refuge from geopolitical instability and bet on Fed interest rate cuts.  ( 34 min )

Swiss private bank Banque Pictet has admitted to helping U.S. taxpayers hide more than $5.6 billion from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and has entered into a deferred prosecution agreement with the Justice Department, federal prosecutors said on Monday. As part of the agreement, Banque Pictet agreed to pay $122.9 million to the U.S. Treasury. "This case should provide a clear message to others who try to hide their assets and income offshore," Jim Lee, the chief of the IRS' criminal investigation division, said in a statement.  ( 33 min )

Robert Kiyosaki, renowned for his bestselling book “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” advocates a provocative approach to wealth accumulation, stating, “My rich dad always said only lazy people use their own money.” This philosophy underpins Kiyosaki’s success in transforming negligible funds into substantial returns. Contrary to conventional wisdom, he emphasizes the importance of not using your own money for investments but instead leveraging other people’s money (OPM). Kiyosaki’s strategy involves innovati  ( 34 min )

Los Angeles mansion owners, once keen on selling their grand properties, are now grappling with a market that’s less than favorable for sales. The trend is particularly evident in the city’s most opulent areas, where the challenges are two-fold: a new tax on luxury sales and a turbulent entertainment industry. The “mansion tax,” officially known as Measure ULA, which went into effect on April 1, imposes a significant additional cost on the sale of high-value properties. Homes selling for over $5  ( 35 min )

BYD delivered just over 301,000 passenger vehicles in November, up about 31% year over year. Included in the total were just over 170,000 all-battery electric vehicles, or BEVs, up almost 50% year over year.  ( 24 min )

In 2018, former Amazon.com Inc. Founder and CEO Jeff Bezos expressed a distinctive view on stock market dynamics and company growth. Despite Amazon’s fluctuating stock prices, Bezos insisted, “I don't spend any time thinking about the daily stock price; I don't.” He elaborated on his philosophy during an interview at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C., saying, “At almost every all-hands meeting I say: ‘Look, when the stock is up 30% in a month, don't feel 30% smarter. Because when the stock i  ( 36 min )

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The Energy Department has released guidelines that impact EV tax credits in 2024 and beyond.  ( 26 min )

Carvana stock has skyrocketed from about $4 to $40 this year---and it's up another 15% on Monday thanks to an upgrade from Sell.  ( 21 min )

Rates on 30-year loans dipped again, dropping almost to their cheapest level in three months. Though rates for most loan types fell, 30-year refi rates instead shot higher.  ( 21 min )

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Virgin Galactic stock saw its biggest drop since June after founder Richard Branson said he won't be giving the company any more money.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Many analysts are convinced it’s time to pile into stocks on hopes the US economy will buck a hard landing in 2024 and the Federal Reserve is finished raising interest rates. Dubravko Lakos-Bujas, JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s chief global equity strategist, isn’t one of them.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsWall Street’s Furious Bull Run Gets Reality Check: Markets WrapBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 as Crypto Rally Gathers SteamHere’s How to Inv  ( 35 min )

A U.S. appeals court on Monday threw out a $2.18 billion patent-infringement award won by patent owner VLSI Technology against Intel Corp, overturning one of the largest verdicts in the history of U.S. patent law. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reversed the jury's 2021 verdict that Intel infringed one VLSI patent, and sent the case back to Texas for a new trial to determine how much Intel owes for infringing a second VLSI patent.  ( 33 min )

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Carvana shares extended a recent rally after JPMorgan analysts boosted their outlook for the online used-car seller. The shares were recently up 10% in premarket trading. JPMorgan raised its Carvana outlook to "neutral" from "underweight" and lifted its price target to $40 a share, from $25. Carva  ( 23 min )

Stock in space tourism pioneer Virgin Galactic plummeted early Monday after founder Richard Branson said he wouldn't put more money into the company.  ( 24 min )

Piper Sandler analysts rate both chip stocks at Overweight.  ( 20 min )

Alaska Airlines shares dropped and Hawaiian Airlines shares soared after a $1.9 billion merger announcement, which may face opposition from U.S. regulators.  ( 18 min )

Alaska Air Group has agreed to buy Hawaiian Airlines parent in a deal worth $1.9 billion but the news is having a dramatically different effect on the stocks.  ( 23 min )

Some Midwestern and Northeastern housing markets will likely see growth in 2024 in healthcare and manufacturing, Realtor.com says.  ( 25 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Mark Zuckerberg is selling Meta Platforms Inc. stock for the first time in two years after the social media giant rapidly rebounded from a tumultuous 2022.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBonds, Stocks in Retreat as Rate Realism Seeps In: Markets WrapBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 as Crypto Rally Gathers SteamHere’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Time HighAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealThe Meta co-founder’s  ( 35 min )

Spotify plans to lay off 17%, or about 1,500, of its employees — its third round of layoffs this year.  ( 36 min )

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The price of Bitcoin has gained more than 50% in less than two months amid crypto ETF hopes and expectations of interest-rate cuts.  ( 22 min )

Gold prices dropped back from record highs early on Monday. Some analysts are skeptical of further gains.  ( 20 min )

The U.S.-China rivalry over semiconductor technology is upending the chips sector. There are five stocks set to benefit and that are better placed than Intel, Citi says.  ( 24 min )

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With the New Year less than a month away, now is a good time to start putting our investment portfolios into order for 2024. The goal is to maximize returns, as always, and there’s only one trick to that: finding the best stocks, with the strongest long-term potential. Finding can be a chore, however, since it involves sifting through the imposing wall of data tossed up by thousands of public stocks moving through tens of millions of trades every day. This is what the TipRanks Smart Score was ma  ( 39 min )

Hawaiian shares were trading at $13.60 premarket, below Alaska's offer price of $18 per share made public on Sunday, with some analysts saying regulatory approval was far from certain. Hawaiian presently has a negative price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 1.5, reflecting losses, compared to a positive forward 12 months PE ratio of 8.2 for Alaska Air, according to LSEG. Alaska and Hawaiian said on Sunday the deal, valued at $929.4 million on an equity basis, will expand their networks and offer more choices for passengers.  ( 34 min )

The activist investor’s suggestions for the energy company have a proven track record.  ( 28 min )

Creeping doubts about a Fed shift to cutting interest rates are taking the wind out of the rally's sails.  ( 37 min )

Creeping doubts about a Fed shift to cutting interest rates are taking the wind out of the rally's sails.  ( 35 min )

Asian stocks slumped on Monday, with Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index hitting its lowest level of the year. The markets have taken a hit on concerns that China's economy can't comeback from a slowdown that has hit sectors from tech to real estate. The Hang Seng Index fell 1.1%, marking six out of seven  ( 16 min )

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Talk about skyrocketing airline prices. Alaska Air agreed to pay roughly $1 billion for Hawaiian Airlines, quadruple the $250 million that the Honolulu-based carrier was worth on the stock market on Fri  ( 24 min )

Alaska Air agreed to acquire Hawaiian Airlines in a $1 billion deal that would create the fifth-largest U.S. domestic airline and Spotify shares moved higher after it announced a 17% cut to its workforce. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Central clearinghouses that hold over $1 trillion in liquid assets may exacerbate periods of financial stress, creating “margin spirals” that can push down asset prices, according to researchers from the Bank for International Settlements.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBonds Retreat as Doubts Over Rate Cuts Creep In: Markets WrapBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 as Crypto Rally Gathers SteamHere’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Tim  ( 35 min )

You can't avoid taxes when making a Roth IRA conversion, but there are strategies to reduce your tax burden if the circumstances are right. When you convert money from a pre-tax account, such as a 401(k) or an IRA, to a post-tax Roth IRA, you must pay income taxes on the full value of the […] The post I Want to Convert $500k in My 401(k) to a Roth IRA. How Do I Avoid Paying Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

Bitcoin’s rebound, Spotify Lays Off Staff, Alaska Air Unveils $1.9 Billion Deal for Hawaiian Airlines, and other news to start your day.  ( 40 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- While corporate insiders are increasingly betting on shares of their own firms, bosses at the S&P 500’s best-performing company are cashing in.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBonds Retreat as Doubts Over Rate Cuts Creep In: Markets WrapBitcoin Surges Past $42,000 as Crypto Rally Gathers SteamHere’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Time HighAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealNvidia Corp. executives and director  ( 35 min )

AMD and Intel are pushing new AI chips into the market, but Nvidia’s dominance will be hard to crack.  ( 29 min )

Here are the stocks poised to make moves on Monday.  ( 24 min )

Alaska Air Group has agreed to buy Hawaiian Airlines parent in a deal worth $1.9 billion but the news is having a dramatically different effect on the stocks.  ( 23 min )

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The S&P 500's feverish late-year rally has brought the index to its highest level of 2023, leaving it just 4.2% away from the all-time peak reached in January 2022. A close above 4,796.56 on the S&P 500 would confirm that the index has been in a bull market since bottoming out on Oct. 12, 2022, by one commonly used definition. A look at bull markets of the past suggests that investors should expect stocks to take a breather before marching higher.  ( 35 min )

Roche said it would buy California-based biotechnology company Carmot Therapeutics for up to $3.1 billion, tapping assets it says have the potential to treat obesity in patients with and without diabetes.  ( 27 min )

U.S. Federal Reserve officials appear on track to end the year with interest rate hikes as a thing of the past but with a coming challenge over when and how to signal a turn to rate cuts that investors, politicians and the public may demand before the central bank is ready. A closely watched gauge of underlying inflation remains at 3.5% year-over-year, significantly above the Fed's 2% target, policymakers still worry about its resurgence in a low-unemployment economy, and officials' rhetoric points more to an extended rates plateau or even another hike. But the hawkish tilt in their words is also a way to keep options open at a time of uncertainty even as the outlook has made Fed officials increasingly confident that the federal funds rate range of 5.25% to 5.5% in place since July is enough to take some steam out of the economy and lower inflation the rest of the way.  ( 36 min )

GM looks to shift back into overdrive with investors.  ( 37 min )

Gold prices dropped back from record highs early on Monday. Some analysts are skeptical of further gains for the precious metal.  ( 19 min )

Leading contenders for the helm of one of the world’s biggest healthcare companies are pharmaceuticals chief Jennifer Taubert and CFO Joseph Wolk.  ( 29 min )

Electric vehicle maker Nio has been added to a Chinese industry ministry database permitting companies to produce vehicles in the country, according to the ministry's website. The website gave no details on whether or when a manufacturing licence was granted to Nio, which has since 2018 partnered with Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group (JAC) to produce electric vehicles on a contract basis. Nio said in response to a Reuters query that it currently had no information to share.  ( 34 min )

The cuts are equivalent to about 1,500 jobs and is the third round of layoffs this year.  ( 21 min )

Brent is forecast to rise to an annual average of $85 a barrel in 2024, according to BMI, adding it expected a sharp slowdown in developed economies in the first half which will put prices under heavy pressure; while in the second half, as global growth passes its nadir, sentiment will strengthen, positioning Brent for healthy gains.  ( 27 min )

(Bloomberg) -- US stocks are headed for a rocky end to the year after rallying in November as bond yields fluctuate, according to Morgan Stanley’s Michael Wilson.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBonds Pull Back While Bitcoin Tops $41,000: Markets WrapBitcoin Scales $41,000 to 19-Month High on ETF Hopes, Fed BetsHere’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Time HighAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealThe strategist — who remained br  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A rapidly rising retail investor base and resurgent foreign inflows have put India’s stock market — the world’s fifth biggest — within striking distance of an unprecedented $4 trillion valuation.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBitcoin Scales $41,000 to 19-Month High on ETF Hopes, Fed BetsEuropean Stocks Slide with Treasuries; Gold Falls: Markets WrapHere’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Time HighAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaii  ( 36 min )

Gold prices softened, having spiked during Asian trading hours and after hitting a new record high on Friday. “Markets are pricing in several key interest rate cuts for next year–not only in the U.S. but also in Europe,” Heraeus said.  ( 27 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Roche Holding AG agreed to buy Carmot Therapeutics Inc., developer of a new kind of weight-loss treatment that’s the hottest commodity in the pharma industry, in a deal that could eventually push the Swiss drugmaker into competition with European rival Novo Nordisk A/S.Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBitcoin Hits $40,000 Level for the First Time Since May 2022Treasuries Fall as Gold Pares Gain, Stocks Mixed: Markets WrapAlaska Air Agre  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- China Evergrande Group won breathing room to strike a restructuring agreement with creditors after a Hong Kong court again pushed back a decision on whether the world’s most-indebted property developer should be wound up. Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBonds Pull Back While Bitcoin Tops $41,000: Markets WrapBitcoin Scales $41,000 to 19-Month High on ETF Hopes, Fed BetsHere’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Time HighAlaska Air  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Spotify Technology SA said it will cut headcount by 17% as the company confronts slower growth. Most Read from BloombergHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsBitcoin Hits $40,000 Level for the First Time Since May 2022Treasuries Fall as Gold Pares Gain, Stocks Mixed: Markets WrapAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealHere’s How to Invest in Gold as It Hits an All-Time HighImpacted employees will be notified on Monday and meet with human resources by  ( 33 min )

The U.S.-China rivalry over semiconductor technology is upending the chips sector. There are five stocks set to benefit and that are better placed than Intel, Citi says.  ( 25 min )

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Oil failed to sustain an early rally that followed news of attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea. Notably, oil prices lost early gains and Brent eased around 57 cents to $78.31 a barrel amid doubts that OPEC+ would be able to maintain planned output cuts, particularly by some African countries. At the same time, U.S. oil output is at record levels above 13 million barrels a day and rig counts are still rising.  ( 35 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Bitcoin has jumped more than 140% this year to outstrip other investments like stocks and gold, and optimism for further gains is high.Most Read from BloombergBitcoin Hits $40,000 Level for the First Time Since May 2022Alaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealHow Suspects Laundered Billions in Singapore for YearsUS Warns Iran-Backed Houthis After Attacks on Red Sea ShippingKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireIts stellar performance comes aft  ( 34 min )

Asian shares traded mixed Monday as investors awaited a slew of U.S. economic data set for release later in the week. Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 shed 0.8% in morning trading to 33,159.03. Hong Kong's Hang Seng lost 0.6% to 16,736.45, while the Shanghai Composite edged down less than 0.1% to 3,029.42.  ( 35 min )

Gold prices bolted to an all-time high above $2,100 per ounce on Monday as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's remarks elevated traders' confidence that the U.S. central bank could cut interest rates early next year. Lower interest rates reduce the opportunity cost of holding a non-interest-bearing bullion. U.S. gold futures rose nearly 1% to $2,107.60.  ( 34 min )

Electric vehicles are one of the main characters in this newsletter, so I thought it would be worth noting a less visible — yet fundamental — aspect of the EV storyline here in North America. The long-awaited guidance disqualifies EVs from the tax credit if any of the battery components are made or assembled by a foreign entity of concern such as China, Iran, Russia and North Korea. Importantly, the departments go further to clarify how they determine what is a "foreign entity of concern," or FEOC.  ( 38 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Oil advanced after a six-week run of losses on speculation that the Federal Reserve is done raising interest rates and the possibility that US sanctions on Venezuelan supply could be tightened up once again. Most Read from BloombergAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireUS Warns Iran-Backed Houthis After Attacks on Red Sea ShippingEerie Calm in S&P 500 Signals Historic Rally Has Staying PowerBill Gates S  ( 33 min )

A lawyer for embattled property developer China Evergrande Group on Monday sought adjournment of a Hong Kong court's hearing of a liquidation petition, saying no creditors were "actively seeking" a winding up. Evergrande, the world's most indebted property developer with more than $300 billion of total liabilities, defaulted on its offshore debt in late 2021 and became the poster child of a debt crisis that has since engulfed China's property sector. The liquidation hearing resumed in the Hong Kong court on Monday amid uncertainty about whether the developer would be able to submit a "concrete" debt restructuring proposal, as ordered by the court in October.  ( 34 min )

Oil futures rose on Monday as geopolitical tension in the Middle East returned to focus, spurring concerns about supply from the region, but uncertainty over OPEC+ voluntary output cuts and global fuel demand growth clouded the sector's outlook. Brent crude futures climbed 28 cents, or 0.4%, to $79.16 a barrel by 0018 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were at $74.36 a barrel, up 29 cents, or 0.4%. "A re-emergence of geopolitical tension over the weekend has come to the aid of an ailing crude oil price on the reopen this morning," IG markets analyst Tony Sycamore said.  ( 34 min )

Alaska Airlines will inherit a cargo business for Amazon as part of its acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines. The post Alaska Airlines to fly Amazon packages after completing Hawaiian buy appeared first on FreightWaves.  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The analyst who predicted the troubles that cascaded through China’s regional banks four years ago now has similar warning for the nation’s $2.9 trillion trust industry. Most Read from BloombergAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireUS Warns Iran-Backed Houthis After Attacks on Red Sea ShippingEerie Calm in S&P 500 Signals Historic Rally Has Staying PowerBill Gates Says Chances of Meeting 2C Warming Goal  ( 34 min )

The S&P 500 slid 0.5% on Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, starting the first full week of December in the red amid questions about whether the November rally can continue.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities lost ground at midday on Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 as tech stocks fell to start the week after Friday's gains.  ( 1 min )

These two stocks and one ETF made notable moves on Friday. Here's Why.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures fell in premarket trading Monday while Bitcoin surged and gold traded at a record high at the outset of a week chock full of labor market data that could bolster or undermine expectations for a more dovish Fed.  ( 1 min )

Alaska Air agreed to acquire Hawaiian Airlines in a $1 billion deal that would create the fifth-largest U.S. domestic airline and Spotify shares moved higher after it announced a 17% cut to its workforce. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Uber shares rallied on news that the company will join the S&P 500 Index, whose stocks receive support from the proliferation of funds and ETFs tracking it.  ( 1 min )

Shares of Carvana jumped following an upgrade and a big price target hike from J.P. Morgan analysts.  ( 1 min )

Analysts at Mizuho Securities upgraded General Motors stock and raised their price target for it as the firm pointed out several catalysts for growth.  ( 1 min )

Roche is moving into the lucrative weight-loss drug market by buying privately held Carmot Therapeutics for $2.7 billion.  ( 1 min )

Although the space-flight company has said it has sufficient cash on hand until 2026, some analysts anticipate the need for a cash infusion by mid-2025. Virgin's stock was down about 15% midday Monday after founder Richard Branson said it wasn't getting his money.  ( 1 min )

Spotify shares surged as it moved to lay off 17% of its workforce in a third round of job cuts as it attempts to contain costs.  ( 1 min )

Alaska Airlines shares dropped and Hawaiian Airlines shares soared after a $1.9 billion merger announcement, which may face opposition from U.S. regulators.  ( 1 min )

Nederland en andere EU-landen hebben Polen aangesproken op de grensblokkades voor Oekraïense vrachtwagenchauffeurs bij de Pools-Oekraïense grens. Die moeten "zo snel mogelijk" uit de weg, vinden demissionair minister Mark Harbers van Infrastructuur en "een groot aantal" medestanders.  ( 9 min )

De Zwitserse private bank Pictet biecht op klanten in de Verenigde Staten te hebben geholpen om belasting te ontduiken. Meer dan 5,6 miljard dollar (zo'n 5,2 miljard euro) bleef zo verborgen voor federale belastingdienst IRS.  ( 8 min )

Spotify heeft maandagochtend de grootste reorganisatie in zijn geschiedenis aangekondigd. Ruim vijftienhonderd mensen verliezen hun baan. Maar de muziekdienst draait al zeventien jaar verlies. Waarom wordt juist nu ingegrepen?  ( 10 min )

Zo goed als alle cadeautjes zijn dit jaar op tijd binnen voor Pakjesavond, verwachten pakketbezorgers PostNL en DHL. Vrijwel alle pakjes zijn binnen twee dagen bij de klant binnengekomen.  ( 8 min )

Een vrouw die een bruidsjurk paste werd voor twee spiegels gefotografeerd met een iPhone 12. Bij het terugkijken zag ze zichzelf in drie poses op één foto. Ze schrok. Hoe kon dit? Na een maand is het mysterie eindelijk opgelost.  ( 10 min )

Als het goed is, ontving je maandag om 12.00 uur een testbericht van NL-Alert. Het alarmsysteem moet iedere Nederlander kunnen waarschuwen bij noodsituaties. Dit moet je erover weten.  ( 10 min )

Als het goed is, ontving je maandag om 12.00 uur een testbericht van NL-Alert. Het alarmsysteem moet iedere Nederlander kunnen waarschuwen bij noodsituaties. Dit moet je erover weten.  ( 9 min )

Het Chinese vastgoedconcern Evergrande krijgt onverwacht langer de tijd om met een reddingsplan te komen. Eén van de schuldeisers heeft zijn verzoek ingetrokken tot onmiddelijke liquidatie.  ( 10 min )

Wie nu zonnepanelen koopt, heeft de investering volgens Milieu Centraal binnen zo'n zes jaar terugverdiend. Dat is twee jaar sneller dan aan het begin van 2023, toen zonnepanelen nog veel duurder waren.  ( 9 min )

Muziekdienst Spotify heeft maandagochtend de derde en tot nu toe grootste reorganisatie aangekondigd om kosten te besparen. Daarbij verliest 17 procent van het personeel zijn baan. Dat komt neer op ruim vijftienhonderd medewerkers.  ( 9 min )

Supermarkten, stations, scholen en vliegvelden moeten in de komende jaren duizenden nieuwe statiegeldmachines en andere inleverpunten krijgen. Dat staat in een nieuw plan van de afvalbranche, die eerder vanwege rondslingerende flesjes een tik op de vingers heeft gekregen.  ( 9 min )

De goudprijs is maandag gestegen naar een ongekend hoogtepunt. Dat komt vooral doordat de dollar minder waard wordt. De prijs van het edelmetaal steeg tot 2.135 dollar per troy ounce (31,1 gram).  ( 9 min )

Op 1 januari verandert er het een en ander voor mensen die een woning willen kopen. Zo kunnen alleenstaanden meer lenen om een huis te kopen en gaat de grens van de Nationale Hypotheek Garantie verder omhoog. Wat betekent dit voor woningzoekenden?  ( 10 min )

Kunstkerstbomen zijn dit jaar iets goedkoper dan vorig jaar. Desondanks verwachten telers en tuincentra dat ook de echte boom met hier en daar een scheve tak populair blijft. "Je geeft je liefde toch geen plastic rozen?"  ( 5 min )

De omzet in de auto- en motorbranche is in het derde kwartaal minder hard gestegen dan in het tweede kwartaal.  ( 8 min )

Op 1 januari verandert er het een en ander voor mensen die een woning willen kopen. Zo kunnen alleenstaanden meer lenen om een huis te kopen en gaat de grens van de Nationale Hypotheek Garantie verder omhoog. Wat betekent dit voor woningzoekenden?  ( 10 min )

Kunstkerstbomen zijn dit jaar iets goedkoper dan vorig jaar. Desondanks verwachten telers en tuincentra dat ook de echte boom met hier en daar een scheve tak populair blijft. "Je geeft je liefde toch geen plastic rozen?"  ( 11 min )

Steeds meer bedrijven proberen de werkdruk te verlagen door het aantal taken te verminderen. Toch blijven de problemen groot vanwege het personeelstekort en het oplopende ziekteverzuim. Er wordt te veel verwacht van mensen, die het privé bovendien drukker hebben.  ( 10 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Gold rose to a record, buoyed by softening US economic data and dovish commentary by Federal Reserve officials that’s spurred investors to bet on rate cuts early next year.Most Read from BloombergAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireUS Warns Iran-Backed Houthis After Attacks on Red Sea ShippingEerie Calm in S&P 500 Signals Historic Rally Has Staying PowerSurprise Call Shocks Staid Corner of Bond Market  ( 33 min )

The IRS is raising the interest penalty for underpayment of estimated taxes, with taxpayers who are self-employed or work as independent contractors urged to be vigilant.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Bitcoin hit $40,000 for the first time since May 2022 as the largest digital asset extended this year’s rebound on expectations of interest-rate reductions and greater demand from exchange-traded funds.Most Read from BloombergAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireUS Warns Iran-Backed Houthis After Attacks on Red Sea ShippingEerie Calm in S&P 500 Signals Historic Rally Has Staying PowerSurprise Call Shoc  ( 33 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Leveraged exchange-traded funds are so popular among South Korean retail investors that they own more than 20% of some of the most high-profile ones listed in the US.Most Read from BloombergAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireBitcoin Hits $40,000 Level for the First Time Since May 2022US Warns Iran-Backed Houthis After Attacks on Red Sea ShippingEerie Calm in S&P 500 Signals Historic Rally Has Staying  ( 35 min )

Bitcoin has broken above $40,000 for the first time this year as it rides a wave of momentum on broad enthusiasm about U.S. interest rate cuts and as traders anticipate the imminent approval of U.S.-stockmarket traded bitcoin funds. A 50% rally since mid-October has "seemed to mark a decisive shift away from the bearishness of 2022 and early 2023," said Justin d'Anethan - head of business development for Asia-Pacific at Keyrock, a digital assets market making firm. Reports in October that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission won't appeal a court ruling that found the agency had been wrong to reject an exchange-traded fund application have also driven bets that an eventual approval is nigh.  ( 33 min )

As the Fed fights inflation, the gap between the cost of home ownership and the cost of renting has reached an unprecedented high.  ( 33 min )

An attack on an American warship and commercial vessels in the Red Sea on Sunday risks reigniting investor worries about a widening of the war between Israel and Hamas, potentially complicating the outlook for a rally that saw U.S. stocks crest a fresh closing high for the year last week. The Pentagon said it was aware of reports regarding attacks on an American warship and commercial vessels in the Red Sea on Sunday, while Yemen's Houthi group claimed drone and missile attacks on two Israeli vessels in the area. Quincy Krosby, chief global strategist at LPL Financial, said a widening conflict could push some investors to take profits on the recent rally in stocks.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Alaska Air Group Inc. has agreed to buy rival Hawaiian Holdings Inc. in a $1.9 billion cash and debt deal, challenging the Biden administration’s aggressive stance on mergers that has already derailed one partnership between carriers.Most Read from BloombergAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireUS Warns Iran-Backed Houthis After Attacks on Red Sea ShippingEerie Calm in S&P 500 Signals Historic Rally Has  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks are set to climb in early trading as markets parse Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s reminder that policymakers are in no hurry to ease interest rates.Most Read from BloombergKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealHouthis Say They Targeted Two Israeli Vessels in Red SeaSurprise Call Shocks Staid Corner of Bond Market: Credit WeeklyIsrael, Threatened by Hezbollah, Seeks Solution for Empty  ( 36 min )

Asian markets are poised to start the week on the front foot, emboldened by Wall Street's late rally on Friday and plunge in U.S. rate expectations after Fed Chair Jerome Powell gave the clearest signal yet that the Fed is done raising interest rates and could soon move to cut them. The two-year U.S. Treasury yield slumped 40 basis points last week - its steepest fall since March - and the implied rate on December 2024 'SOFR' futures on Friday fell below 4% for the first time. Many will argue that the U.S. bond and rates markets have gotten far too carried away, and that the Fed will not ease so quickly and aggressively next year.  ( 34 min )

A key to success in the stock market is a touch of foresight. Not quite precognition, but an ability to spot and put together clues and trends, to discern the ‘next big thing’ before it hits. This is true in every stock sector, but today we’ll focus on biotech. The biotech firms have famously high product lead times, paired with equally high overhead expenses; it’s a combination that would make them unlikely investments, except that when a drug is approved, it can turn into a blockbuster. Succes  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- One of the chipmaking industry’s small but indispensable suppliers is sinking deeper in debt because it’s refusing to raise prices to cover mounting capex costs.Most Read from BloombergAlaska Air Agrees to Buy Hawaiian in $1.9 Billion DealKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireBitcoin Hits $40,000 Level for the First Time Since May 2022US Warns Iran-Backed Houthis After Attacks on Red Sea ShippingEerie Calm in S&P 500 Signals Historic Rally Has Staying Powe  ( 35 min )

Alaska Air Group said Sunday it agreed to buy Hawaiian Airlines in a $1.9 billion deal including debt. The combined company would keep both airlines' brands, which call the 49th and 50th states their homes. Alaska will pay $18 in cash for each share of Hawaiian, whose stock closed Friday at $4.86.  ( 34 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- A torrid bond-market rally shows traders are convinced the Federal Reserve’s rate-rising cycle is over. The debate now turns to when central bankers start cutting, and by how much.Most Read from BloombergKISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireSurprise Call Shocks Staid Corner of Bond Market: Credit WeeklyIsrael, Threatened by Hezbollah, Seeks Solution for Empty NorthHouthis Say They Targeted Two Israeli Vessels in Red SeaIndia Election Latest: Congress Lame  ( 36 min )

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Don't try to figure out why Tesla is valued like it is or why GM shares trade for less than one-quarter of the S&P 500 multiple. You'll lose your mind.  ( 28 min )

Coming up this week: November unemployment numbers, updates on consumer credit, and earnings reports from GameStop, LuLulemon, Broadcom, and others.  ( 21 min )

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A new UBS report shows that new billionaires in 2023 accumulated the majority of wealth by inheritance, not entrepreneurship, a trend that wealth managers see continuing.  ( 20 min )

The November jobs report will put the recent market rally to the test.  ( 38 min )

Nothing like a new pilot deal for the holidays.  ( 34 min )

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I am in a quandary about how to invest $750,000 that’s in my 401(k). I'm 67 years old, retired and I have not started taking Social Security yet. What is the best way to preserve this money for the rest of my life that doesn't have high fees? -Terry As you know, the big challenge […] The post Ask an Advisor: I’m 67 with $750K in a 401(k). How Can I Preserve This Money for the Rest of My Life? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

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Retirees will be paying more for Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024. Here's why.  ( 36 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Beneath the adrenaline rush of November’s stock-market surge is an eerie calm that points to more gains for equities investors, at least through the end of the year.Most Read from BloombergSurprise Call Shocks Staid Corner of Bond Market: Credit WeeklyExxon Among 50 Oil Producers in Controversial Climate Pact at COP28KISS Avatars Go On Tour After Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons RetireIndia Election Latest: Congress Laments Its Disappointing ResultIsrael Risks ‘Strategic Defeat’ If It D  ( 36 min )

It’s that time of year when Wall Street’s top strategists tell clients where they see the stock market heading in the year ahead. Typically, the average forecast for the group predicts the S&P 500 climbing by about 10%, which is in line with historical averages.  ( 44 min )

Chase could be the best partner for Apple Card, a report proposes, with previous history between the bank and the iPhone maker seemingly making it the best possible successor to Goldman Sachs for Apple's credit-based service.  ( 34 min )

Mortgage rates have scaled back more than a half-point in the last five weeks.  ( 35 min )

The justices will debate the meaning of “income” under the 16th Amendment.  ( 30 min )

A mutual-funds rating company changed its methodology over a decade ago, and that apparently has made all the difference.  ( 28 min )

Investor-protection advocates say many belong to risky small companies that should be on the OTC market.  ( 28 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Across Wall Street, analysts and investors had cheered 2023 as the year of emerging markets, only to be burned by a relentless climb in US Treasury yields. Now, as the Federal Reserve looks set to end its most-aggressive monetary tightening campaign in a generation, they’re at it again.Most Read from BloombergExxon Among 50 Oil Producers in Controversial Climate Pact at COP28Surprise Call Shocks Staid Corner of Bond Market: Credit WeeklyIsrael Risks ‘Strategic Defeat’ If It Doesn’  ( 35 min )

California State Teachers' Retirement System, or Calsters, cut positions in AMC Entertainment, NIO, Spotify, and Johnson & Johnson in the third quarter.  ( 27 min )

Case before the high court could open the door to sweeping changes to the tax code  ( 4 min )

Younger generations are financially better prepared for retirement, contrary to what many people think.  ( 36 min )

Klarna has frozen hiring and is planning to shrink its workforce as its chief executive bets that more jobs will be carried out by artificial intelligence (AI) in the future.  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Jeff Ubben, the veteran hedge fund manager who’s just closed his sustainable investing firm, is calling out what he’s dubbed the “echo chamber” of traditional climate summitry.Most Read from BloombergExxon Among 50 Oil Producers in Controversial Climate Pact at COP28Israel Risks ‘Strategic Defeat’ If It Doesn’t Protect Civilians, Austin SaysSurprise Call Shocks Staid Corner of Bond Market: Credit WeeklyIndia Election Latest: BJP Leads in States Held by OppositionIsrael Focuses on  ( 37 min )

China is likely to implement proactive fiscal policy next year as there is still a need for the world's second-biggest economy to realise stable growth, a former central banker was cited as saying in state-owned media on Sunday. "It is expected that next year China will continue to implement positive fiscal policy, monetary policies that are in line with positive fiscal policy, with a relatively large policy space to lower the reserve requirement ratio," Sheng Songcheng, a former statistics and analysis director of the People's Bank of China, said in comments reported by Shanghai Securities News.  ( 33 min )

(Bloomberg) -- China’s regulator wants provinces to come up with their own plans to handle financial risks, according to a report, about a month after officials pledged to set up a mechanism to resolve local debt issues.Most Read from BloombergExxon Among 50 Oil Producers in Controversial Climate Pact at COP28 Israel Risks ‘Strategic Defeat’ If It Doesn’t Protect Civilians, Austin SaysSurprise Call Shocks Staid Corner of Bond Market: Credit WeeklyWoman Discovers Over $86 Million Mistakenly Depos  ( 34 min )

More than 8mn people blacklisted by authorities after missed payments on mortgages and business loans  ( 4 min )

The IRS penalty for shortfalls jumps to 8%.  ( 27 min )

Chainlink (LINK) is a cryptocurrency and technology platform that enables blockchain platforms to securely interact with external data.  ( 24 min )

Dental insurance may cover crowns, but if getting crowns is for cosmetic reasons, as opposed to health reasons, the procedure likely will not be covered.  ( 22 min )

The difference between gross income and earned income is an important one come tax time. Find out how the IRS uses both to determine your final tax liability.  ( 23 min )

Cryptocurrency can be a profitable activity, but it can be costly to get set up. Learn how to start mining cryptocurrency and the costs involved.  ( 26 min )

Learn about flexible spending accounts (FSAs), what they cover, and who can use them.  ( 25 min )

Dental insurance typically doesn't cover cosmetic procedures, including teeth whitening, Learn what is covered and what your options are when paying for whitening.  ( 23 min )

Trust funds are estate planning tools used to accumulate wealth for future generations, and beneficiaries are responsible for paying taxes on money inherited from a trust.  ( 24 min )

A nonprofit has tax-exempt status for furthering religious, scientific, charitable, educational, literary, public safety, or cruelty-prevention causes.  ( 27 min )

Coming up this week: November unemployment numbers, updates on consumer credit, and earnings reports from GameStop, LuLulemon, Broadcom, and others.  ( 19 min )

Cold wallets, a type of crypto wallet, are digital cryptocurrency storage on a platform not connected to the internet, which protects them from hackers.  ( 25 min )

If you’re working and taking RMDs, your taxable income may start to bulge. Find out how to keep it—and your tax bill—under control.  ( 29 min )

A new UBS report shows that new billionaires in 2023 accumulated the majority of wealth by inheritance, not entrepreneurship, a trend that wealth managers see continuing.  ( 18 min )

A health savings account (HSA) is a good deal for almost anyone who wants to save on taxes and healthcare costs. Here's how it works.  ( 31 min )

Examining the role of government in a capitalist economic system and ideas about the proper amount of state intervention.  ( 23 min )

A risk reversal is an options strategy used primarily for hedging purposes.  ( 24 min )

The label "Made in the USA" carries an unspoken promise of quality and job security for American workers, but the rules for using it might surprise you.  ( 25 min )

The Consumer Price Index is a widely-quoted measure of inflation in the United States, but the methodology used to calculate it generates controversy among economists.  ( 30 min )

Fiat money is physical currency—paper money and coins—while representative money indicates the transfer of a sum of money stored elsewhere.  ( 24 min )

Find out the benefits of fixed- and adjustable-rate mortgages, and learn how to choose between the two.  ( 26 min )

In het derde kwartaal is de omzet in de auto- en motorbranche fors minder gestegen dan in het tweede kwartaal.  ( 8 min )

Veel exploitanten van kerstmarkten in Duitsland klagen over de in hun ogen buitensporige kosten voor muziek. De auteursrechtenorganisatie die ze moeten betalen voor muziekrechten, heeft zijn tarieven flink verhoogd omdat kerstmarkten eerder onjuiste gegeven doorspeelden om kosten te drukken.  ( 9 min )

De feestdagen komen steeds dichterbij. Nu december is aangebroken, halen we massaal de kerstversiering van zolder of uit de berging. Twinkelende lampjes maken de donkere dagen een stuk aangenamer, maar hoeveel stroom kost het om die lampjes te laten branden?  ( 10 min )

De onderhandelingen voor een handelsovereenkomst tussen de Europese Unie en vier Zuid-Amerikaanse landen lijkt extra vertraging op te lopen. Volgens de Franse president Emmanuel Macron zijn de toezeggingen op het gebied van milieu die Brussel heeft gekregen niet voldoende.  ( 9 min )

Na elf jaar stopt Peter Wennink in 2024 als topman van ASML. Opvolger Christophe Fouquet zal moeite hebben zijn succes te evenaren. Met name de politiek kan daarbij in de weg zitten. NU.nl zet de belangrijkste uitdagingen op een rijtje.  ( 4 min )

Na elf jaar stopt Peter Wennink in 2024 als topman van ASML. Opvolger Christophe Fouquet zal moeite hebben zijn succes te evenaren. Met name de politiek kan daarbij in de weg zitten. NU.nl zet de belangrijkste uitdagingen op een rijtje.  ( 11 min )

Coming up this week: November unemployment numbers, updates on consumer credit, and earnings reports from GameStop, LuLulemon, Broadcom, and others.  ( 1 min )

In general, 401(k) plans and 403(b) plans are very similar but they do have a few key differences, such as the investment choices offered.  ( 22 min )

A red candlestick indicates that the closing price of a security is lower than both the open and prior close. Candlesticks of other colors can indicate other data.  ( 25 min )

Crypto hacks have become a major problem for the industry.  ( 25 min )

A 10-year Treasury note is a debt obligation issued by the United States government that matures in 10 years. It pays interest twice a year and face value at maturity.  ( 25 min )

Billionaire Charlie Munger had tremendous success as an investor. Here are some ways to learn from his leadership.  ( 19 min )

Form 5329 is for individuals taking early distributions and those who owe excess-contribution or excess-accumulation penalties.  ( 31 min )

The annual return is the compound average rate of return for an investment per year over a period of time. It can be useful when you want to gauge performance over time.  ( 24 min )

Your basic investment objectives should come down to three fundamental goals: safety, income, and growth. The trick is to balance them for your needs.  ( 26 min )

Fungibility is the interchangeability of a good or asset with other specific goods/assets of the same type. It simplifies trade and exchange processes.  ( 23 min )

Using common size financial statements can help you spot trends that a raw financial statement may not uncover. They compare the percentages between two or more years.  ( 24 min )

How much should you contribute to your 401(k)? The short answer is as much as you can, but there is more to it than that.  ( 31 min )

Whichever type of retirement account you choose, these simple strategies will help you build a bigger nest egg for your future.  ( 28 min )

The Treasury Department proposed new requirements for which electric vehicles can qualify for buyers to get federal tax credits.  ( 17 min )

Elon Musk slammed advertisers boycotting his social media site in an interview this week as decreased ad spend on the site threatens the existence of X and creates both issues and opportunities for a slew of companies.  ( 19 min )

IRAs are one of the most proven ways to grow investments over time, thanks to the magic of compounding.  ( 25 min )

Mobile advertising is advertising designed to appear on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. It is optimized for the small screen space available.  ( 24 min )

Find out how to set an investment goal, and see how a Roth IRA can help you reach it.  ( 29 min )

Government benefits can cost you big money, which is why it’s so important to know the income thresholds before you file.  ( 27 min )

If you can’t afford your debt payments, making a partial payment might seem better than nothing. However, you may still be penalized by the lender.  ( 27 min )

Depending on the type of debts you have, your loved ones may have to repay money you owe after you die. Here’s how to protect them financially.  ( 25 min )

Types of debt available for consumers include secured debt, unsecured debt, revolving debt and mortgages. Learn about the different categories of debt.  ( 26 min )

Our complete guide to rebalancing your portfolio will make sure that you maintain your strategy and maximize your returns.  ( 45 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.88% from West Town Bank & Trust and 5.80% from Seattle Bank—or a 5.85% option if you can manage a jumbo-sized deposit.  ( 19 min )

In general, 401(k) plans and 403(b) plans are very similar but they do have a few key differences, such as the investment choices offered.  ( 22 min )

Crypto hacks have become a major problem for the industry.  ( 25 min )

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Billionaire Charlie Munger had tremendous success as an investor. Here are some ways to learn from his leadership.  ( 20 min )

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Hi, folks, welcome to Week in Review (WiR), TechCrunch's newsletter that highlights some of the more noteworthy moments in tech over the past few days. A fair amount happened this week, including Amazon's re:Invent conference, a ransomware catastrophe at Fidelity, Sam Altman officially returning to OpenAI, Neuralink raising money, and SpaceX acquiring a parachute company. Also, Tesla officially launched the Cybertruck, Black Friday numbers came in, Evernote imposed caps on its free plan, and Teenage Engineering unveiled its latest gadget.  ( 37 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Traders betting that regulators will approve a US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund sooner rather than later have all but evaporated a once-gargantuan discount on the world’s biggest crypto fund. Most Read from BloombergExxon Among 50 Oil Producers in Controversial Climate Pact at COP28Putin Seizes Rights to St. Petersburg Airport From Foreign InvestorsWoman Discovers Over $86 Million Mistakenly Deposited in Her Bank AccountIsrael Says Hamas Violated Terms of Cease-Fire as Truce L  ( 34 min )

How much should you contribute to your 401(k)? The short answer is as much as you can, but there is more to it than that.  ( 31 min )

Whichever type of retirement account you choose, these simple strategies will help you build a bigger nest egg for your future.  ( 28 min )

Companies discover buyers are more price-sensitive—which is good news for central bankers.  ( 27 min )

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Imagine evenings spent on a sandy beach, weekends filled with family gatherings and afternoons engaged in hobbies. This or a number of other scenarios could be your retirement life. However, if you’re not properly prepared for taxes then it might end up taking more than you planned for from your fixed income. Luckily, the federal […] The post Common Tax Breaks for Retirees appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

The debt ceiling is a limit that Congress imposes on how much debt the federal government can carry at any given time. When the ceiling is reached, the U.S. Treasury Department cannot issue any more Treasury bonds, bills, or notes. It can only pay bills as it receives tax revenues. If the revenue isn’t enough, […] The post What Is the U.S. Debt Ceiling and How Can It Affect Your Finances? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

Elon Musk slammed advertisers boycotting his social media site in an interview this week as decreased ad spend on the site threatens the existence of X and creates both issues and opportunities for a slew of companies.  ( 21 min )

IRAs are one of the most proven ways to grow investments over time, thanks to the magic of compounding.  ( 24 min )

Most Fed officials are warning rates could remain elevated for some time and downplaying any talk of cuts, despite bets from investors that the central bank will pivot in early 2024.  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A rally across all asset classes powering the S&P 500 to its best month in over a year has finally caught the attention of retail investors.Most Read from BloombergExxon Among 50 Oil Producers in Controversial Climate Pact at COP28Putin Seizes Rights to St. Petersburg Airport From Foreign Investors Israel Risks ‘Strategic Defeat’ If It Doesn’t Protect Civilians, Austin SaysWoman Discovers Over $86 Million Mistakenly Deposited in Her Bank AccountA Grad-School Number-Cruncher Shakes  ( 35 min )

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Broadcom CEO Hock Tan was unsparing in his expectations about remote work during a meeting with his new employees.  ( 36 min )

Franklin Templeton is among the financial giants to have filed an application for a Bitcoin ETF.  ( 37 min )

Our chart of the week highlights the varied forecasts Wall Street strategists are predicting for the S&P 500's 2024.  ( 33 min )

Shares of weapons makers have outperformed the S&P 500 since Oct. 7.  ( 28 min )

Tom Baker has written to all 160 Florida state lawmakers as well as 15 news organizations about condo owners dealing with huge insurance rate hikes.  ( 39 min )

Find out how to set an investment goal, and see how a Roth IRA can help you reach it.  ( 29 min )

At current rates, you can get a guaranteed 4%-plus return on a 30-year TIPS ladder.  ( 28 min )

As the public sector sees a resurgence, surveys show young job seekers prefer positions at state -owned firms.  ( 25 min )

Government benefits can cost you big money, which is why it’s so important to know the income thresholds before you file.  ( 27 min )

"We've more or less been saying potentially Saudi needs to just flush this thing out."  ( 35 min )

The Wall Street firm was looking to get out of consumer lending, once a big area of expansion. But Apple dumped it first.  ( 29 min )

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Toyota Motor has halted production on some ageing lines at joint venture in China while operations continue as normal, the Japanese automaker said on Saturday after a media report that it was partially suspending production due to weak sales. The production halt at the Tianjin venture with China's FAW was a planned move, and Toyota is adjusting production on a daily basis based on changes in vehicle composition, a spokesperson said by email. The email did not specifically address the Friday report by Japan's Jiji news service that the world's largest automaker by sales was suspending some production as part of a major production adjustment in response to weak sales of gasoline-engine cars.  ( 34 min )

A filing in a Delaware bankruptcy court said the auction for Yellow’s terminals is ongoing and that winning bids may not be revealed until Tuesday. The post Auction for Yellow’s terminals ‘remains ongoing’ appeared first on FreightWaves.  ( 33 min )

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Why is the stock market going up? The possible end of Federal Reserve rate hikes has gotten all the credit, but stocks are also getting a lift from the end of an earnings recession.  ( 39 min )

See hidden gems from the Babe Ruth of the ETF industry.  ( 35 min )

Former Wells Fargo & Co CEO Tim Sloan filed a lawsuit on Friday accusing the bank of failing to pay him more than $34 million after he resigned in 2019 amid a wide-ranging sales practices scandal. Sloan in the lawsuit filed in California state court says Wells Fargo canceled stock awards and withheld a bonus he had earned before stepping down. Wells Fargo in a statement said that "compensation decisions are based on performance, and we stand by our decisions in this matter."  ( 35 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.88% from West Town Bank & Trust and 5.80% from Seattle Bank—or a 5.85% option if you can manage a jumbo-sized deposit.  ( 21 min )

As U.S. stocks sit on hefty gains at the close of a rollercoaster year, investors are eyeing factors that could sway equities in the remaining weeks of 2023, including tax loss selling and the so-called Santa Claus rally. The key catalyst for stocks will likely continue to be the expected trajectory of the Federal Reserve's monetary policy. Evidence of cooling economic growth has fueled bets that the U.S. central bank could begin cutting rates as early as the first half of 2024, sparking a rally that has boosted the S&P 500 19.6% year-to-date and taken the index to a fresh closing high for the year on Friday.  ( 35 min )

118 landen op de klimaattop in Dubai steunen tot nu toe een belofte om hernieuwbare energie te verdriedubbelen in 2030. Onder meer de Europese Unie en Nederland hopen dat de klimaattop COP28 eindigt met een belofte van alle landen wereldwijd.  ( 9 min )

Topmanagers van de Turkse Denizbank worden onderzocht om mogelijke betrokkenheid bij een spraakmakende fraudezaak met bekende voetballers als slachtoffers. Dit heeft de Turkse president Recep Tayyip Erdogan zaterdag laten weten in gesprek met journalisten.  ( 9 min )

Als je dacht dat een rijmwoordenboek valsspelen is voor een sinterklaasgedicht, dan ken je de mogelijkheden van kunstmatige intelligentie nog niet. Met AI-chatbots is het nu nóg makkelijker een gepersonaliseerd gedicht uit de computer te laten rollen.  ( 10 min )

Amazon heeft een contract getekend met ruimtevaartbedrijf SpaceX voor de lancering van satellieten om internet op aarde aan te bieden. Dat is opmerkelijk, want SpaceX heeft voor het eigen Starlink al zo'n vijfduizend satellieten de ruimte ingeschoten met hetzelfde doel.  ( 9 min )

Het is vandaag tien jaar geleden dat Hyves stopte als sociaal netwerk. De Nederlandse vriendensite werd na de oprichting in 2004 groot met krabbelen, tikken, het uitdelen van respect en natuurlijk het plaatje van de dansende banaan.  ( 11 min )

OpenAI, het Amerikaanse bedrijf achter chatbot ChatGPT, stelt de lancering van zijn GPT Store uit tot begin volgend jaar. Eigenlijk had de nieuwe online winkel met door gebruikers aangepaste chatbots eind dit jaar al gereed moeten zijn.  ( 9 min )

Het is vandaag tien jaar geleden dat Hyves stopte als sociaal netwerk. De Nederlandse vriendensite werd na de oprichting in 2004 groot met krabbelen, tikken, het uitdelen van respect en natuurlijk het plaatje van de dansende banaan.  ( 11 min )

Uurtarieven voor de kinderopvang stijgen vanaf volgend jaar gemiddeld met zo'n 9,5 procent. Dat komt vooral door hogere salarissen voor personeel. De meeste ouders hoeven er niet van wakker te liggen, aangezien de kinderopvangtoeslag ook stijgt.  ( 11 min )

De aardappeloogst in het Verenigd Koninkrijk is zodanig in het water gevallen dat er mogelijk niet genoeg aardappelen zijn voor alle Britse kerstdiners. Na de regen en overstromingen moeten supermarkten hun aardappelen waarschijnlijk buiten de landsgrenzen inslaan.  ( 9 min )

Uurtarieven voor de kinderopvang stijgen vanaf volgend jaar gemiddeld met zo'n 9,5 procent. Dat komt vooral door hogere salarissen voor personeel. De meeste ouders hoeven er niet van wakker te liggen, aangezien de kinderopvangtoeslag ook stijgt.  ( 10 min )

Elon Musk slammed advertisers boycotting his social media site in an interview this week as decreased ad spend on the site threatens the existence of X and creates both issues and opportunities for a slew of companies.  ( 1 min )

The top nationwide savings account pays 5.40%, and the best CD is offering 5.88%. So what’s the catch on this checking account that’s paying well over 7%?  ( 18 min )

Most lenders will require a credit score of about 700 or higher  ( 22 min )

The Silk Road was a digital black market platform that was popular for hosting money laundering activities and illegal drug transactions using cryptocurrencies for payment.  ( 23 min )

It is never too late to start saving money you will use in retirement. However, the older you get, the more constraints may limit your options.  ( 23 min )

Financing grad school can be a daunting task. Learn about the different options to help pay for your graduate degree, including scholarships, grants, and loans.  ( 24 min )

You don’t need your parents to get a student loan. Learn about private and federal student loans to see which loans you may be eligible for.  ( 24 min )

You must have earned the income for it to be considered compensation for the purposes of contributing to an IRA.  ( 28 min )

An assumable mortgage is a type of home financing arrangement where an outstanding mortgage and its terms are transferred from the current owner to the buyer.  ( 28 min )

Refinancing Parent PLUS loans can help you save money and reduce your monthly payments. Learn how to refinance your Parent PLUS loan.  ( 23 min )

A co-signer can help you secure a loan, but eventually, it will be time to strike out on your own. Learn how to release a student loan co-signer from their obligation to your loan.  ( 22 min )

Find out how your earnings are taxed and learn which forms are required to report interest income.  ( 27 min )

The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell indicated that policymakers' efforts to reduce inflation are working.  ( 17 min )

Top ETFs allow to diversify across asset classes. ETFs for December with the best one-month return include BITQ, FEMB, EPRF, KCCA, and FXE.  ( 20 min )

Is the Federal Reserve gearing up to reverse its campaign of anti-inflation interest rate hikes? The answer depends on whether you’re asking market watchers or the officials who make decisions on monetary policy.  ( 20 min )

Paramount Global and Apple shares rose following a report the companies discussed bundling their streaming services at a lower cost.  ( 17 min )

A bank failure is the closing of an insolvent bank by a federal or state regulator. Learn what causes a bank failure, which banks have failed, and what happens to your money if your bank fails.  ( 24 min )

DQ, SEDG, and FSLR are the top solar stocks for value, growth, and momentum, respectively  ( 21 min )

See the historical performance of the S&P 500 Index. Learn more about the factors that affect the S&P 500 average return.  ( 25 min )

Monthly tracking report for credit card interest rates from Investopedia's database of more than 300 cards showed the overall median available rate remained unchanged. These are the current rates as of Dec. 2023.  ( 25 min )

UiPath Inc. stock has more than doubled year-to-date after a third-quarter earnings release that included revenue and annual recurring revenue each surging 24% year-over-year.  ( 19 min )

These are the best dividend stocks for December 2023 based on yield.  ( 20 min )

Ulta Beauty shares jumped after the beauty retailer reported better-than-expected results for the third quarter and boosted its outlook for the year.  ( 19 min )

Tesla's delivery event for the Cybertruck has failed to spur gains in the stock, but analysts remain bullish.  ( 19 min )

Use Form 941 to report employment taxes on your business.  ( 25 min )

A taxpayer can claim depreciation as an expense on their tax return to compensate for the loss in the value of the tangible asset.  ( 22 min )

The Internal Revenue Service publishes the IRS Publication 334: Tax Guide for Small Business as a reference for sole proprietors and statutory employees.  ( 22 min )

The tax-equivalent yield is the pretax yield that a taxable bond needs to possess for its yield to be equal to that of a tax-free municipal bond.  ( 24 min )

A charging order is a lien on the distributions of a limited partnership (LP) or limited liability corporation (LLC) so a creditor can recoup money owed.  ( 24 min )

Corporate tax rates differ widely around the world, with the global average being 23.37%. Here are the countries with the highest and lowest taxes—or no taxes at all.  ( 24 min )

The discounted after-tax cash flow method is a way of determining the value of an income-producing investment, including the impact of taxes. It is often used in real estate investing.  ( 25 min )

Learn when a company is required to capitalize its interest payments. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of capitalizing interest for tax purposes.  ( 23 min )

A deferred income tax is a liability on a balance sheet resulting from a difference in income recognition between tax laws and the company’s accounting methods.  ( 24 min )

An accountable plan is a method for reimbursing employees for any business-related out-of-pocket expenses on a non-taxable basis.  ( 23 min )

After-tax profit margin is a financial performance ratio calculated by dividing a company's net income by its net sales.  ( 25 min )

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, and losses (EBITDAL) is a measure of profitability that takes into account unusual losses during a particular reporting period that the company does not expect to face again going forward.  ( 24 min )

"Google tax" refers to tax provisions intended to prevent multinational companies from diverting profits from countries where they were earned to other, low-tax jurisdictions.  ( 25 min )

Cash flow after taxes (CFAT) is a measure of financial performance that looks at a company's ability to generate cash flow through its operations.  ( 24 min )

An excess profits tax is a type of tax that is assessed upon income or business profits beyond a specified amount.  ( 26 min )

Best growth stocks for December 2023 include BVH, HRTX, UIS, TMDX, KOD, CDNA, ICVX, KYMR, OSCR, CTKB, TGTX, and UDMY.  ( 22 min )

Some argue that when the free market fails to protect consumers, then government intervention is required.  ( 25 min )

Taxes are involved with the calculations for a firm's operating cash flow, and operating cash flow after taxes is an important metric to investors interested in a corporation's ability to pay dividends.  ( 22 min )

Profit before tax is a measure that looks at a company's profits before the company has to pay income tax.  ( 25 min )

A consolidated tax return is a single income tax return filed by an affiliated group of corporations that combines their tax liability.  ( 24 min )

A statutory employee is an independent contractor that is treated as an employee for tax withholding purposes if they meet certain conditions.  ( 25 min )

Shitcoin is a pejorative term used to describe any altcoin that diminishes in value to the point of worthlessness.  ( 24 min )

Learn the difference between amortization and depreciation and how companies use these accounting methods to their advantage when declaring asset values.  ( 30 min )

The tax advantages of a 401(k) retirement plan explained, including how contributing to a plan can help create a bigger nest egg in the long run.  ( 26 min )

Learn why Florida's tax laws make it an attractive place to start a small business, and understand the types of taxes a small business owner must pay there.  ( 26 min )

Learn the best method for calculating depreciation for tax reporting purposes according to generally accepted accounting principles, or GAAP.  ( 24 min )

After-tax return on assets is a financial ratio that shows the percentage of after-tax income generated by a company's investment in assets.  ( 23 min )

Tangible personal property is a tax term describing personal property that can be physically relocated, such as furniture and office equipment.  ( 24 min )

Learn how spinoffs of subsidiaries from a parent company are typically done, and what determines whether a spinoff is taxable or tax-free.  ( 24 min )

The pretax profit margin is a financial accounting tool used to measure the operating efficiency of a company before deducting taxes.  ( 24 min )

Marvell Technology shares fell after the chip maker's forecast for fourth-quarter revenue came in lower than expected, despite better-than-expected revenues for the third quarter amid a "weak environment."  ( 18 min )

A controlled foreign corporation is a corporate entity that is registered and does business in a different country than the residency of the controlling owners.  ( 23 min )

Most corporations cannot legally deduct dividend payments before taxes. But there are exceptions.  ( 23 min )

SNDL is the top cannabis stock for value, growth, and performance.  ( 20 min )

The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) expired for most businesses on Sept. 30, 2021, but employers who didn't claim it at the time may still be able to do so for a limited period.  ( 30 min )

GAAP is a set of generally accepted accounting principles widely used in the U.S. for financial reporting by corporations and government entities.  ( 29 min )

The 30-year mortgage rate average edged modestly higher, but is still just a few points away from its cheapest level since Sept. 1. Movement was mildly up for most loan types.  ( 19 min )

Dell Technologies shares fell from all-time highs Friday as the PC maker's third-quarter earnings showed it continues to face softness in the consumer and business PC market.  ( 17 min )

U.S. equities were up at midday on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 following comments from Fed Chair Powell that the Fed's tight monetary policy is working to bring down inflation.  ( 17 min )

Incremental analysis is a decision-making tool used in business to determine the true cost difference between alternatives and, thus, the most profitable choice.  ( 22 min )

Pfizer shares lost ground after ending a study of a twice-a-day weight-loss pill because of negative side effects.  ( 17 min )

The top-performing technology stocks this quarter include Applied Optoelectronics Inc., EHang Holdings Ltd., and Cipher Mining Inc., which have more than tripled in value in the past year.  ( 22 min )

Running your own business poses risk. Knowing where you can save money is crucial, and there are a number of tax breaks that can help you do just that.  ( 37 min )

The federal poverty level is an economic measure used to decide whether an individual or family qualifies for federal benefits and programs.  ( 23 min )

Learn about five basic option strategies for beginners.  ( 35 min )

Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon are the S&P 500's top-weighted stocks  ( 22 min )

In economics, the law of diminishing marginal utility states that the marginal utility of a good or service declines as its supply increases.  ( 27 min )

Bitcoin, the first and most popular cryptocurrency, is finite. What happens when it reaches its total maximum supply of 21 million bitcoins?  ( 25 min )

Top penny stocks this month include Myomo Inc., Expion360 Inc., and Akebia Therapeutics Inc., all of which have more than tripled in value this last year.  ( 20 min )

Internalization refers to handling a project or process in-house instead of directing it to an outside source to complete. Internalized trading is one example.  ( 22 min )

The Black-Litterman model is a tool used by portfolio managers to match investor risk tolerance with expected outcomes.  ( 24 min )

Top stocks for December 2023 based on value, growth, and performance include AMPY, MAR, and OLMA.  ( 21 min )

Learn the meaning of the terms "money flow" and "real flow." Find out how they relate to each other in the circular flow of income economic model.  ( 24 min )

Top defense stocks for the fourth quarter based on value, growth, and performance include BDRBF, LMT, and RYCEF.  ( 21 min )

Hex describes itself as a high-interest blockchain certificate of deposit. Users are rewarded for waiting to sell their HEX after set periods of time.  ( 24 min )

If you are employed in the public sector or work for a non-profit, you may have access to one or both of these retirement savings plans.  ( 29 min )

Tesla shares were trading lower after the launch of its Cybertruck showed its price tag was higher than originally anticipated and Fed Chair Jerome Powell will join other Federal Reserve officials in delivering remarks today. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

Find out why economic stagflation cannot be corrected through traditional fiscal or monetary policy. The alternatives may be unpalatable.  ( 24 min )

Find out about the rule of 70, what it is used for, and how to use it to determine the number of years a country's GDP takes to double.  ( 24 min )

Many utilities in the U.S. are monopolistic markets. A monopoly exists if only one company can supply an essential product or service in a given region.  ( 28 min )

A breakdown of tariffs and how they affect consumers as well as the larger economy.  ( 32 min )

Find out how an economy forms and why it grows, including the role that financial markets play and how productivity increases from savings and investment.  ( 27 min )

If your employer doesn't withhold payroll taxes, you'll need to estimate the amount you owe and file quarterly tax returns.  ( 23 min )

If you are no longer working with the employer that established your 403(b) account, you can roll over your 403(b) balance into a traditional IRA.  ( 23 min )

Using exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to harvest tax losses can be a smart way to maximize your portfolio's tax efficiency.  ( 26 min )

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Analysts weigh in on General Motors, Shopify, Phllips 66, Ulta Beauty, RBC Bearings, and Chevron.  ( 28 min )

The top nationwide savings account pays 5.40%, and the best CD is offering 5.88%. So what’s the catch on this checking account that’s paying well over 7%?  ( 20 min )

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Uber Technologies, Jabil, and Builders FirstSource will join the S&P 500 index prior to the opening of trading on Dec. 18, according to S&P Dow Jones Indices, which oversees the index.  ( 24 min )

The tech rally looks likely to continue but eventually the gains will have to spread beyond the “Magnificent Seven.” IBM, HP Inc., Cisco, and SoftBank could benefit.  ( 31 min )

You must have earned the income for it to be considered compensation for the purposes of contributing to an IRA.  ( 28 min )

Robust gains in stocks such as Roku, Crispr Therapeutics, and Coinbase Global helped drive the performance of Cathie Wood’s ARK Innovation in November.  ( 28 min )

The SEC is suing crypto firm DEBT Box for allegedly defrauding investors out of nearly $50 million.  ( 35 min )

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The company has suffered from the attrition of some TD Ameritrade customers and falling deposits. Those woes may soon be behind it, according to two analysts.  ( 23 min )

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Investors are looking to Fed Chair Jerome Powell to potentially shed light on whether an interest rate cut lies ahead.  ( 45 min )

See the historical performance of the S&P 500 Index. Learn more about the factors that affect the S&P 500 average return.  ( 25 min )

Gold finished Friday at a record high, boosted by sliding interest rates, central bank purchases and war. Front-month futures on the precious metal rose 1.6% Friday and settled at $2,071 a troy ounce, their highest settlement since August 6, 2020, when they closed at $2,051.50. Gold has gained 13.8  ( 24 min )

Chet Kapoor, who once described himself as "the guy who got coffee for the guy that made coffee," is now a pivotal figure in the technology landscape. He has advice for others who want to follow in his path. He suggests interning but offering to pay to work for admirable people. Once an intern for Steve Jobs, Kapoor shared insights with Fortune on his journey from a young dreamer to a highly successful entrepreneur. Don’t Miss: Funders on this alternative asset platform are earning more than 14%  ( 35 min )

Retail giant joins other big advertisers that are distancing themselves from X following Musk's support for an antisemitic post.  ( 34 min )

UiPath Inc. stock has more than doubled year-to-date after a third-quarter earnings release that included revenue and annual recurring revenue each surging 24% year-over-year.  ( 18 min )

Vanguard's Total Bond Market ETF, the largest bond ETF, now has $100 billion in assets.  ( 22 min )